Description
A zesty twist on classic tiramisu, featuring layers of lemon curd, mascarpone cream, and ladyfingers soaked in limoncello, topped with crushed pistachios for a nutty crunch.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 ladyfinger cookies (savoiardi)
- 1/4 cup limoncello liqueur
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup shelled pistachios, finely crushed
- Zest of 1 lemon for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
- In a shallow dish, mix limoncello and water. Briefly dip each ladyfinger into the mixture (do not oversoak).
- Layer ingredients in serving glasses: start with a spoonful of lemon curd, add a layer of soaked ladyfingers, then a layer of mascarpone cream. Repeat.
- Top with remaining lemon curd, sprinkle with crushed pistachios and lemon zest.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.