Description
A refreshing no-bake dessert featuring layers of lemon-infused mascarpone cream and delicate ladyfingers soaked in bright citrus syrup. Light, creamy, and perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy, this elegant Lemon Tiramisu is ideal for spring and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- 1 cup water
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
- 16 ounces (450 g) mascarpone cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 24–30 ladyfinger biscuits (savoiardi)
- Extra lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine water and granulated sugar. Heat over medium until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and lemon zest. Cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat mascarpone cheese until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold whipped cream into mascarpone. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Fold until smooth and combined without overmixing.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into cooled lemon syrup for 1–2 seconds per side.
- Arrange a layer of soaked ladyfingers in the bottom of a 9×9-inch dish.
- Spread half of the lemon mascarpone cream evenly over the ladyfingers.
- Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and top with remaining cream.
- Smooth the top, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Garnish with additional lemon zest before serving.
Notes
- Best made at least 4 hours ahead; overnight chilling improves flavor and texture.
- Dip ladyfingers briefly to prevent sogginess.
- Do not freeze, as mascarpone cream may separate.
- Fresh lemon juice is recommended for best flavor.
- Can be assembled in individual cups for elegant servings.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 9 servings)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
