Description
Limoncello Tiramisu is a contemporary take on the classic Tiramisu. This Italian-inspired dessert is traditionally made with coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, cocoa powder, and eggs. In this version, Limoncello—a sweet lemon liqueur—is used in place of coffee, giving the dessert a bright and zesty twist. The dessert is layered with a mascarpone filling, which is enriched with lemon curd and lemon zest, offering a refreshing and citrusy flavor that is unlike any other tiramisu you’ve ever tasted.
Ingredients
Mascarpone Filling:
- 2 cups mascarpone cheese
- ¼ cup lemon curd
- ¼ cup Limoncello
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
Whipped Cream:
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- â…“ cup powdered sugar
Limoncello Soak:
- ¾ cup sugar
- Juice and zest of 4 lemons
- ½ cup Limoncello
Assembly:
- 2 packages ladyfinger cookies (Savoiardi style)
- ¼ cup lemon curd (for drizzle)
- 1 tbsp Limoncello or leftover soak
- Lemon zest and fresh mint (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Make mascarpone filling: Beat mascarpone, lemon curd, Limoncello, lemon juice, and zest until smooth.
- Whip cream: In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into mascarpone mixture.
- Prepare soak: Boil sugar with lemon juice and zest. Simmer 2 minutes, then stir in Limoncello. Cool slightly.
- Assemble layers: Quickly dip ladyfingers in soak (don’t oversaturate). Layer half in a 9×13 pan. Spread half the mascarpone mixture over. Repeat with remaining ladyfingers and filling.
- Drizzle topping: Thin lemon curd with Limoncello or soak. Drizzle over top.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Garnish with lemon zest, mint, or candied lemon peel.
Notes
This refreshing twist on the classic tiramisu is perfect for summer gatherings, dinner parties, or whenever you want to impress with a light and elegant dessert. You can also prepare it a day ahead—the flavors get even better as it chills!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no-bake)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/8 of dish)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: High
Keywords: Limoncello dessert, citrus tiramisu, lemon tiramisu, lemon curd tiramisu, Italian Limoncello dessert