Description
This Limoncello Tiramisu is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dessert, infused with the bright flavors of lemon and the sweet essence of limoncello liqueur. Perfect for a refreshing and indulgent treat.
Ingredients
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Limoncello Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup limoncello
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Limoncello Cream
- 16 oz mascarpone cheese
- 8 oz lemon curd
- 1/4 cup limoncello
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup sugar
Other Ingredients
- 24–30 crisp (savoriardi) ladyfinger cookies
Optional Whipped Cream Topping
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Limoncello syrup: Add water and sugar to a small saucepan, cook until dissolved. Remove from heat, transfer to a bowl, stir in limoncello and lemon juice.
- Limoncello Cream: Whip cream and sugar until stiff peaks form. In a separate bowl, mix mascarpone, lemon curd, lemon juice, and limoncello. Fold whipped cream into mascarpone mixture.
- Assemble the tiramisu: Dip ladyfingers in syrup, layer in a dish. Spread limoncello cream over ladyfingers. Repeat layering. Refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.
- Optional whipped cream topping: Beat heavy cream and powdered sugar into stiff peaks. Spread or pipe over tiramisu.
