Description
This Lemon Tiramisu recipe offers a bright, refreshing twist on the classic Italian dessert by infusing it with zesty lemon flavors. Combining creamy mascarpone, tangy lemon juice, and the delicate crunch of ladyfinger cookies soaked in coffee and optional liqueur, it creates a luscious and invigorating layered dessert perfect for spring and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Dessert Base
- 24 ladyfinger cookies
- 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
Lemon Cream Mixture
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Prepare the Lemon Cream Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Soak the Ladyfingers: Briefly dip each ladyfinger cookie into the cooled brewed coffee mixed with coffee liqueur if using. Ensure they absorb some liquid but are not soaked to the point of falling apart.
- First Layer Assembly: Arrange half of the coffee-dipped ladyfinger cookies evenly in the bottom of a serving dish, creating a solid base layer for the tiramisu.
- Add Lemon Cream Layer: Spread half of the prepared lemon cream mixture evenly over the ladyfinger base, smoothing it out carefully.
- Second Ladyfinger Layer: Place the remaining dipped ladyfingers in an even layer over the lemon cream.
- Top with Remaining Cream: Spread the rest of the lemon cream mixture on top, ensuring an even and smooth finish to the layered dessert.
- Chill the Dessert: Cover the assembled tiramisu and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the dessert to set before serving.
Notes
- You can omit coffee liqueur to make this dessert alcohol-free.
- For a stronger lemon flavor, increase the lemon zest slightly but balance sweetness accordingly.
- Use cold brewed coffee to prevent the ladyfingers from becoming too soggy.
- Cover the tiramisu tightly in plastic wrap during refrigeration to avoid absorbing other fridge odors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Lemon Tiramisu, Citrus Dessert, No-Bake Tiramisu, Italian Dessert, Refreshing Tiramisu, Lemon Mascarpone, Ladyfinger Dessert
