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Lemon Tiramisu

Zesty Lemon Tiramisu: A Creamy No-Bake Delight to Savor

This Lemon Tiramisu is a vibrant, no-bake dessert that combines creamy mascarpone with fresh lemon for a refreshing treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lemon Syrup
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Water Used for diluting the lemon syrup.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the lemon syrup.
For the Mascarpone Cream
  • 2 cups Heavy Whipping Cream Must be cold before whipping.
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese Essential for creamy texture.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Adds sweetness and smoothness.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor profile.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Infuses additional lemon flavor.
For the Assembly
  • 24 pieces Ladyfinger Cookies (Savoiardi) Look for gluten-free options if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Lemon Zest For garnish.
  • 1 cup Candied Lemon Slices For garnish and added visual appeal.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • saucepan
  • spatula

Method
 

Make Lemon Syrup
  1. In a small saucepan, combine fresh lemon juice, water, and granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves completely.
Prepare Mascarpone Cream
  1. Chill a mixing bowl and beaters, then whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  2. In another bowl, beat mascarpone cheese with vanilla extract and lemon zest until smooth.
  3. Fold whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
Assemble Tiramisu
  1. Dip ladyfinger cookies in the cooled lemon syrup for 1-2 seconds and arrange in a serving dish.
  2. Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers.
Create the Second Layer
  1. Repeat dipping with another layer of ladyfingers and top with remaining mascarpone cream.
Chill
  1. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours, preferably overnight.
Serve and Garnish
  1. Garnish with extra lemon zest or candied lemon slices and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and ensure the heavy cream is cold before whipping.

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