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Lemon Tiramisu

A bright and refreshing twist on classic tiramisu made with lemon syrup, mascarpone cream, and soft ladyfingers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lemon Syrup
  • 0.75 cup water
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 lemons zested
  • 0.25 cup lemon juice fresh
Cream Layer
  • 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 0.75 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese softened
Assembly
  • 1 package ladyfinger cookies

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Serving dish

Method
 

  1. Prepare lemon syrup and cool completely.
  2. Whip cream with sugar and vanilla, then blend in mascarpone.
  3. Dip ladyfingers briefly in lemon syrup.
  4. Layer cookies and cream in serving dish.
  5. Chill at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, allow tiramisu to chill overnight. Garnish just before serving.