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Lemon Tiramisu Italian Dessert

Creamy Lemon Tiramisu Italian Dessert for Refreshing Bliss

This Lemon Tiramisu Italian dessert combines mascarpone richness with refreshing lemon for a delightful no-bake treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lemon Syrup
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Preferably fresh juice
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Honey can be used as a substitute
For the Mascarpone Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Chill before whipping
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese Alternative: mix with cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Can substitute with vanilla bean
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh zest preferred
For Assembly
  • 24 pieces Ladyfinger Cookies (Savoiardi) Sponge cake can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Lemon Zest or Candied Lemon Slices Optional garnishment

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Saucepan
  • 9x9-inch Dish or Trifle Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Tiramisu Italian Dessert
  1. Make Lemon Syrup by combining lemon juice, water, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until dissolved, about 2-3 minutes. Cool completely.
  2. Prepare Mascarpone Cream by whipping heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. In another bowl, mix mascarpone cheese with lemon zest until smooth.
  3. Combine Cream Mixtures by gently folding whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until well combined.
  4. Assemble Tiramisu by quickly dipping ladyfinger cookies in cooled lemon syrup and layering them in a dish with half of the mascarpone mixture.
  5. Repeat Layers with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining mascarpone mixture on top.
  6. Chill the assembled dessert for at least 4-6 hours, preferably overnight, for the best flavor.
  7. Serve chilled, garnished with additional lemon zest or candied lemon slices before enjoyment.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, prepare the tiramisu the night before and allow it to set in the refrigerator overnight.

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