Limoncel lo Tiramisu
Limoncel lo Tiramisu
The buzz of the limoncello and creaminess of the mascarpone in this dessert is delightful. You’ll find candied lemon slices in good grocers and delis.
Servings
2
Prep time
Cook time
Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 eggs, separated
- 50g sugar
- 250g mascarpone cheese
- Juice & zest 1 lemon
- 50mL water
- 4 tbsp limoncello
- 10 savoiardi biscuits
- 4 candied lemon slices
Method
- Whisk egg whites and half of the sugar with an electric mixer until they form stiff peaks.
- Place yolks in a large bowl with remaining sugar and whisk until thick and pale, around 2 mins. Add mascarpone and lemon zest and whisk to combine.
- Gently fold in the egg whites and set aside.
- Place 50mL water, lemon juice and limoncello into a low-sided bowl and mix to combine.
- To assemble, place 2 spoons of mascarpone into a tall glass, dip 2 biscuits into the limoncello mix and place on top of the mascarpone — you will need to break the biscuits to fi t your glasses. Repeat twice and top with mascarpone.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours.
- Top with candied lemon slices and lemon zest just before serving.
- Tip: You can make this dessert a day or two in advance.
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