Description
Lemon Tiramisu is a delightful reinvention of the traditional Italian dessert, offering a zesty burst of citrus to the familiar coffee-flavored layers. With a light, creamy texture and a refreshing, tangy flavor, this dessert is perfect for those who prefer a fruitier alternative to classic tiramisu.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 24 ladyfinger cookies
- ½ cup brewed lemon-infused tea or lemonade (for dipping)
- Optional: Fresh berries for garnish
- Optional: Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Separate the egg whites and yolks. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the granulated sugar until pale and creamy.
- Fold in the mascarpone cheese, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form. Gently fold it into the mascarpone mixture.
- Dip each ladyfinger quickly into the lemon-infused tea or lemonade and layer them in a dish. Spread the lemon-mascarpone mixture on top. Repeat the layers, finishing with a layer of mascarpone cream.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best results.
Notes
- Overwhipping the cream can lead to a grainy texture, so stop when you achieve stiff peaks.
- Dip the ladyfingers just enough to moisten them, avoiding sogginess.
- Do not skip the chill time as it allows the flavors to meld properly.
- For extra volume, chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream.
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: lemon tiramisu, citrus dessert, mascarpone, ladyfingers, refreshing tiramisu, lemon dessert