Italian Limoncello Tiramisu with Lemon Curd Layers
A vibrant, alcohol-free tiramisu with non-alcoholic limoncello-soaked ladyfingers, whipped lemon mascarpone, and tangy lemon curd layers. Bright citrus balances creamy textures for a halal-friendly Italian-inspired dessert.
Ingredients
- Granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100 grams)
- Lemon zest 2 tbsp
- Lemon juice 1/3 cup (78 ml)
- Non-alcoholic limoncello 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Mascarpone cheese 2 cups (452 grams)
- Whipped cream 1 1/3 cups (308 grams)
- Lemon zest 2 tbsp
- Lemon juice 3 tbsp (45 ml)
- Lemon curd 1 cup (235 grams)
- Ladyfingers 24-30 pieces
- Powdered sugar 1/4 cup (25 grams) for dusting
Instructions
- Whisk granulated sugar, 2 tbsp lemon zest, 1/3 cup lemon juice, and 1/2 cup non-alcoholic limoncello until dissolved - this is the limoncello syrup.
- In a bowl, fold 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp lemon zest, 2 cups mascarpone, and 1 1/3 cups whipped cream until smooth and airy.
- Soak ladyfingers briefly in 1/2 cup of the limoncello syrup, layering half in a dish.
- Spread half of the mascarpone cream over ladyfingers, then add 1/2 cup lemon curd.
- Repeat layers (soaked ladyfingers → mascarpone cream → remaining lemon curd), dusting top with powdered sugar and reserved lemon zest.
- Chill at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Use room-temperature mascarpone for smooth consistency
Chill 8 hours minimum for best texture
Ladyfingers should be dipped quickly to avoid sogginess
Can substitute 1 part cream cheese for 0.5 parts mascarpone for firmer texture
This version is naturally halal and alcohol-free
Chill 8 hours minimum for best texture
Ladyfingers should be dipped quickly to avoid sogginess
Can substitute 1 part cream cheese for 0.5 parts mascarpone for firmer texture
This version is naturally halal and alcohol-free
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25g
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