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Easy Lemon Tiramisu Recipe

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This Easy Lemon Tiramisu is a refreshing twist on the classic Italian dessert, featuring layers of lemon-soaked ladyfinger cookies and a luscious mascarpone-lemon curd filling. Light, creamy, and bursting with citrus flavor, this no-bake dessert is perfect for any occasion and is simple to prepare ahead of time.

Ingredients

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Lemon Syrup

  • 1 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 2–3 pcs Lemon peels

Filling

  • 3/4 cup Cream (30-35% fat)
  • 1 lb Mascarpone cheese
  • 3/4 cup Icing sugar
  • 3/4 cup Lemon curd (Homemade or store-bought)

Assembly

  • 20–24 Ladyfinger cookies
  • 2 tbsp Lemon curd (for topping, optional)
  • Lemon slices (for decoration)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the serving dish: Choose a non-metallic dish of any preferred shape, such as round, square, or rectangle. A 6″x 9″ casserole dish works well for this recipe.
  2. Make the lemon syrup: In a small saucepan, combine water, granulated sugar, and lemon peels. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and let it cook for 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.
  3. Cool and finish syrup: Remove the syrup from heat and allow it to cool. Whisk in the lemon juice, strain out and discard the lemon peels, then transfer the syrup to a bowl and set aside.
  4. Whip the cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the cream for 4-5 minutes until soft to medium peaks form, creating a light and fluffy texture.
  5. Prepare mascarpone mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the mascarpone cheese and icing sugar until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped cream and lemon curd, being careful not to overmix to maintain a light texture.
  6. Assemble the tiramisu – first layer: One by one, dip each ladyfinger into the lemon syrup quickly to soak them without becoming soggy. Arrange the soaked ladyfingers in a single layer in your serving dish.
  7. Spread filling: Evenly spread half of the mascarpone-lemon curd mixture over the ladyfinger layer.
  8. Second layer of ladyfingers: Dip the remaining ladyfingers in the lemon syrup and arrange them in a single layer over the filling.
  9. Top with remaining filling: Spread the rest of the mascarpone-lemon curd mixture on top of the second layer of ladyfingers.
  10. Optional lemon curd topping: Drop small spoonfuls of lemon curd over the top layer and use a spoon to create swirls for an attractive finish.
  11. Chill: Refrigerate the assembled tiramisu for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly.
  12. Garnish and serve: Just before serving, decorate the tiramisu with lemon slices for a fresh and vibrant presentation. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Ladyfinger cookies can be purchased or homemade; ensure they are crisp and fresh for soaking.
  • For a more intense lemon flavor, adjust the lemon juice and lemon curd quantities according to taste.
  • This recipe is egg-free, making it suitable for those avoiding raw eggs.
  • Use a non-metallic dish to avoid any reaction with the acidic lemon syrup.
  • Refrigeration time is crucial for best texture and flavor melding.

Keywords: Lemon Tiramisu, Eggless Tiramisu, No Bake Dessert, Lemon Dessert, Mascarpone Lemon Recipe, Citrus Dessert

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