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Lemon Tiramisu

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This Lemon Tiramisu is a no-bake, citrusy twist on the classic dessert. Featuring layers of lemon syrup-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and tart lemon curd, it’s a light, creamy, and elegant dessert perfect for spring and summer gatherings.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 40 minutes (including chill time)
  • Yield: 10 to 12 servings

Ingredients

  • Lemon Syrup:
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 splash vanilla extract
  • Tiramisu:
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar, divided
  • 16 ounces mascarpone cheese, cold
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 packages ladyfingers (about 14 ounces total)
  • 1 cup lemon curd

Instructions

  1. Make the lemon syrup by combining lemon juice and sugar in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat until the sugar dissolves, stir in vanilla extract, and set aside to cool.
  2. Separate the eggs. In a stand mixer, beat the egg whites until frothy, then gradually add 1/3 cup sugar. Beat until stiff peaks form. Transfer to a large bowl.
  3. In the same mixer bowl, beat egg yolks with the remaining 1/3 cup sugar until pale and creamy.
  4. Add mascarpone, lemon zest, lemon extract, vanilla extract, and salt to the yolk mixture. Mix until smooth.
  5. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the mascarpone mixture in two additions.
  6. To assemble, spread a thin layer of mascarpone cream on the bottom of a baking dish.
  7. Lightly warm the lemon syrup, quickly dip ladyfingers into it, and arrange in a single layer.
  8. Spread about 1/3 cup lemon curd over the ladyfingers, then half the mascarpone cream.
  9. Repeat layers once more: dipped ladyfingers, lemon curd, and the remaining mascarpone cream.
  10. Optional: swirl extra lemon curd on top for decoration.
  11. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight.
  12. Serve chilled, slicing straight from the fridge.

Notes

  • Use store-bought lemon curd for convenience.
  • Add extra lemon zest for a bolder citrus punch.
  • Dip ladyfingers quickly to avoid sogginess.
  • Serve with fresh berries for added brightness.
  • Do not freeze—mascarpone cream can separate.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/12 of recipe
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 21g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 11g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

Find it online: https://cooksplash.com/lemon-tiramisu/