Description
A refreshing twist on the classic tiramisu, this Lemon Tiramisu combines the rich flavors of mascarpone with the zesty brightness of lemon, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 24 ladyfinger cookies
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- In another bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled coffee, making sure not to soak them.
- In a 9×9-inch baking dish, layer half of the dipped ladyfingers on the bottom.
- Spread half of the lemon mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
- Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining lemon mascarpone mixture.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with Greek yogurt.
- For added texture, fold in crushed lemon cookies or shortbread into the mascarpone mixture before layering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg