A Refreshing Twist on Classic Tiramisu with Lemon
Lemon Tiramisu made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 250 g mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8-10 lemon zest
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 200 g ladyfingers
- 1/4 cup limoncello optional
Instructions
- Separate the eggs into yolks and whites.
- Whisk the yolks with sugar until pale and creamy.
- Add mascarpone cheese and mix until smooth.
- Whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the whipped egg whites into the mascarpone mixture.
- In a separate bowl, combine lemon juice and limoncello (if using).
- Dip the ladyfingers in the lemon syrup and layer them in a dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Before serving, garnish with extra lemon zest and perhaps some whipped cream.