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Lemon Tiramisu Recipe

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  • Author: Lea
  • Total Time: 30 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 9 servings

Description

This refreshing Lemon Tiramisu combines the creamy richness of mascarpone and cream cheese with the bright citrus flavors of lemon pudding, juice, and zest. Layered with crisp ladyfinger cookies soaked in lemon juice and sugar, this no-bake dessert is light, tangy, and perfect for spring or summer occasions. Ready in just 30 minutes and chilled before serving, it offers a delightful twist on the classic Italian tiramisu.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 1 carton (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract

Syrup and Assembly

  • 2/3 cup lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 24 crisp ladyfinger cookies
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Prepare the lemon cream mixture: Beat the mascarpone cheese, cream cheese, instant lemon pudding mix, 2% milk, and lemon extract on medium speed for 2 to 3 minutes until well blended. Be careful not to overbeat to maintain a smooth and creamy texture.
  2. Dip ladyfingers and layer: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and sugar until the sugar dissolves completely. Quickly dip 8 ladyfinger cookies into the lemon juice mixture, allowing any excess liquid to drip off. Arrange the dipped ladyfingers in a single layer in an 8-inch square dish. Spread one-third of the mascarpone mixture evenly on top of the ladyfingers. Repeat this dipping and layering process twice more to create three layers total.
  3. Add lemon zest and chill: Sprinkle the grated lemon zest evenly over the top layer of the mascarpone mixture. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld and the dessert set properly.

Notes

  • For best results, use crisp ladyfingers to prevent sogginess.
  • Do not soak the ladyfingers too long in the lemon juice to avoid them becoming mushy.
  • This dessert is best served chilled but not frozen.
  • Can be prepared a day in advance and refrigerated.
  • Use fresh lemon zest for the brightest citrus flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian American

Find it online: https://recipesbylea.com/lemon-tiramisu-recipe/