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Lemon Tiramisu

Zesty Lemon Tiramisu: A Refreshing No-Bake Delight

This Lemon Tiramisu offers a vibrant twist on the classic dessert, blending creamy mascarpone with zesty lemon for a refreshing treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Mascarpone Cheese Use cream cheese or vegan cream cheese for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Dairy-free heavy cream alternative can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Natural sweeteners like honey or agave can be used.
For the Layers
  • 24 pieces Ladyfingers Sponge cake or shortbread cookies can be used.
  • 1 cup Lemon Curd Store-bought or homemade.
  • 2 pieces Fresh Lemons For zest and juice.
  • 2 tablespoons Limoncello Optional; use fresh lemon juice for a non-alcoholic version.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Shallow Dish
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Lemon Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of lemon curd with the zest of 2 fresh lemons and 2 tablespoons of limoncello. Stir until smooth and set aside.
  2. Make Filling: Whip 1 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold in 8 ounces of mascarpone cheese and 1/4 cup of sugar until smooth.
  3. Dip Ladyfingers: Dip 24 ladyfingers into the lemon mixture for 1-2 seconds on each side. Lay them in a single layer in your serving dish.
  4. Assemble Layers: Spread half of the creamy filling over the ladyfingers, then repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining filling.
  5. Chill: Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  6. Serve: Remove from the refrigerator, garnish with lemon zest or mint, and cut into squares to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow Lemon Tiramisu to chill for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, for the best flavors and texture.

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