Amalfi Limoncello Tiramisu
The sunny twist on a classic tiramisu layers Amalfi lemon flavor with creamy mascarpone, ladyfingers, and limoncello for a refreshing, no-bake dessert.
Equipment
- 2 Mixing bowl
- Mixer
- 8x8 inch dish or trifle bowl
- Zester
- Spatual
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mascarpone cheese room temp
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 3/4 cup Powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup Limoncello liqueur maybe some more for dipping
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 24 Ladyfinger cookies Savoiardi brand or similar
- 1/2 cup Water
- Fresh mint garnish
- Lemon slices or zest curls garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, whip the cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the mascarpone with lemon zest and limoncello until smooth.
- Fold the whipped cream gently into the mascarpone mixture.
- In a shallow dish, combine lemon juice, water, and a splash of limoncello.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the lemon mixture and layer the bottom of your dish.
- Spread half the mascarpone mixture on top.
- Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the rest of the cream.
- Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight. Garnish with mint and lemon curls before serving.
Notes
Using authentic Amalfi lemons brings out the citrus flavor beautifully.
Avoid over-soaking ladyfingers to prevent sogginess.
Avoid over-soaking ladyfingers to prevent sogginess.