Description
A refreshing twist on the classic Italian dessert, combining bright lemon flavor with creamy mascarpone for a light treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 g mascarpone
- 3 eggs (separated into yolks and whites)
- 100 g sugar
- 2 lemons (zest and juice)
- 200 ml water
- 150 g ladyfinger biscuits
- 3 tablespoons limoncello (optional)
- 2 tablespoons sugar for the syrup
- Lemon zest and mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the lemon syrup: Heat the water with the sugar and lemon juice. Let it cool, then add limoncello if you want.
- Make the cream: Whisk the egg yolks with the sugar until light. Then, add mascarpone and lemon zest.
- Whip the egg whites: Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Carefully fold them into the cream mixture to keep it light and fluffy.
- Assemble the tiramisu: Dip the ladyfingers in the syrup and alternate layers of soaked biscuits and cream in a serving dish.
- Refrigerate and enjoy: Let it sit in the fridge for at least 240 minutes before serving, to let the flavors meld together.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Best enjoyed within the first day for optimal flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: lemon, tiramisu, dessert, Italian, no-bake, creamy