Description
Lemon Tiramisu Cake is a refreshing twist on the classic Italian dessert, seamlessly blending fluffy mascarpone with zesty lemon curd and delicate ladyfingers. This delightful cake is not only a visual showstopper but also offers a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors that will brighten any occasion. Ideal for gatherings, this easy-to-make dessert will leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ladyfingers
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 2 organic lemons
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso (cooled)
- 3 large eggs (separated)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, lemon juice, and zest until creamy. Gradually add confectioners' sugar while whisking until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into the mascarpone mixture.
- Quickly dip ladyfingers in cooled coffee and layer half in a serving dish.
- Spread half of the lemon-mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg