Easy lemon tiramisu is an Italian dessert where sponge biscuits are soaked in limoncello then layered with thick mascarpone cream and zesty lemon curd.
8trifle sponge fingers(also known as ladyfinger sponges)
3tbsplimoncello
60mlwater
8dsplemon curd(shop bought)
Instructions
Separate the egg whites and yolk into 2 separate bowls. Whisk the egg whites with half the caster sugar until they form still peaks, set aside.
Pour the remaining caster sugar into the egg yolks and whisk well to until the mixture thickens and becomes pale.
Now add the mascarpone cheese to the egg yolk mixture and whisk again until well combined. Stir in the grated lemon zest.
Using a metal spoon, add the egg whites to the mascarpone mixture and gently fold through. Do not be tempted to beat the mixture in as you want a light an airy texture.
Pour the water into a shallow dish, adding the limoncello and lemon juice.
Spoon 2 tablespoons of the lemon marscapone cream into each glass and spread out. Followed by a spoon of the lemon curd.
Dip a sponge finger quickly into the limoncello, break it up to fit the glass and place on top of the lemon curd, with the sugary side facing up. Repeat this process for the remaining glasses.
Now add another dessert spoon of the mascarpone cream on top of each sponge finger and gently spread out. Followed by the lemon curd and another sponge finger.
Finish each dessert glass with a spoon of mascarpone cream on top.
Place the glasses into the fridge to chill and set for 3 hours.
Notes
For an alcohol free version, substitute the limoncello liquer with 1 teaspoon of lemon extract. This will give the depth of lemon flavour without the alcohol.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Lemon Tiramisu with Limoncello
Amount Per Serving
Calories 643Calories from Fat 405
% Daily Value*
Fat 45g69%
Saturated Fat 26g163%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 259mg86%
Sodium 135mg6%
Potassium 145mg4%
Carbohydrates 41g14%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 22g24%
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin A 1537IU31%
Vitamin C 29mg35%
Calcium 166mg17%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
• Please note that the nutrition information provided above is approximate and meant as a guideline only •