Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
• In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and half of the sugar until creamy.
• Add the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
• In another bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add the remaining sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
• Fold the egg whites into the mascarpone mixture gently until combined.
• Spoon the batter into the cupcake liners and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting with the remaining mascarpone mixture.
• Dust with cocoa powder before serving.