Description
This Lemon Tiramisu is a delightful, citrusy twist on the classic Italian dessert. With layers of mascarpone cream, lemon curd, and ladyfingers soaked in lemon syrup, it’s a light and refreshing treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Mascarpone Cream:
- 2/3 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 large egg yolks
- 16 oz. mascarpone cheese, room temperature
Whipped Cream:
- 1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Lemon Syrup:
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract (optional)
Assembly:
- 24 crisp ladyfingers (one 7 oz. package)
- 12 oz. lemon curd
- 6–8 round lemon slices (optional)
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Mascarpone Cream: Fill a saucepot with water and bring to a simmer. Mix milk, sugar, and egg yolks in a heat-proof bowl over the pot. Beat until thick and foamy, then cool. Add mascarpone and beat until smooth.
- Whipped Cream: Whip cream with vanilla until soft peaks form. Refrigerate.
- Lemon Syrup: Heat water and sugar, then add lemon juice. Let cool.
- Assemble: Dip ladyfingers in lemon syrup, layer with mascarpone cream, lemon curd, and whipped cream. Repeat layers. Refrigerate.
Notes
- What to expect: A light dessert with a lemony punch, silky-smooth texture, and classic tiramisu layers.
- Use a Deep Dish: Recipe fits a 7x11x3 inch dish perfectly.
- Thermometer: Use a candy thermometer or check mixture texture for doneness.
- Lemon Curd Brands: Recommended brands include Bonne Maman and McKay’s.
- Fresh v/s Bottled: Fresh lemon juice is preferred but bottled can be used.
- Lemon Liqueur: Limoncello can be used for a boozy twist.
- Cream Cheese Variation: Regular cream cheese can be substituted for mascarpone.
- Make Ahead: Can be made a couple of days ahead for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
