Bright Lemon Tiramisu (Printable Version)
Layers of lemonade-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and lemon curd blend together for a light, sunny dessert perfect for hot days.
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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1 1/2 cups lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
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12 ounces ladyfingers (two packs, 7 oz each)
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3/4 cup lemonade (recommend Simply Lemonade)
→ Cream Layer
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8 ounces mascarpone cheese
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2/3 cup powdered sugar
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1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
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1/4 cup instant lemon pudding powder
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1 1/2 cups heavy cream
→ Optional Garnish
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Mint leaves
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Thin lemon slices
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Fresh strawberries
# Steps:
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Coat a 9-inch baking dish lightly with nonstick spray. Pour lemonade into a wide bowl.
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Layer dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of the dish and top with half the lemon curd.
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Whip cream with lemon zest until it thickens. Gradually mix in powdered sugar and pudding mix. Blend in mascarpone cheese until smooth and creamy.
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Spread half the whipped cream mixture over the first layer. Add another layer of soaked ladyfingers, the rest of the lemon curd, then top with the remaining cream mixture.
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Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or leave overnight for best texture.
# Notes:
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Stays fresh in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Tastes best within two days of making.
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Freezing isn’t recommended for this dessert.