Limoncello Tiramisu
Limoncello Tiramisu is a refreshing Italian dessert that combines the classic creamy layers of tiramisu with the bright, zesty flavor of Limoncello liqueur for a delightful citrus twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 6 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Limoncello liqueur
- 1 cup strong brewed espresso, cooled
- 24 ladyfinger cookies
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a heatproof bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together.
- Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water and whisk continuously until the mixture thickens and becomes pale, about 8 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Fold the mascarpone cheese into the egg yolk mixture until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the mascarpone mixture.
- Combine the espresso and Limoncello in a shallow dish.
- Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the espresso mixture and layer them in the bottom of a serving dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone cream over the ladyfingers, then sprinkle with half of the lemon zest.
- Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and mascarpone cream.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, dust with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Notes
For an extra lemony flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon extract to the mascarpone mixture or serve with fresh lemon slices.
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