## Luscious Limoncello Tiramisu Recipe
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes (Preparation takes about 30 mins and refrigeration time is around 4 hours)
### Why make this recipe
This Italian classic dessert has been given a lemony and refreshing twist. The traditional coffee flavor is replaced with the sweeter and lighter taste of Limoncello that harmoniously blends with the zesty flavor of lemon and smooth mascarpone cheese.
### How to make Limoncello Tiramisu
The method is simple and straightforward. You just need quality ingredients and a bit of patience while the Tiramisu sits in the fridge, absorbing the tangy Limoncello enhancing its flavor to perfection.
### Ingredients :
– 1 cup limoncello
– 1 cup water
– 24 ladyfinger cookies
– 8 oz mascarpone cheese
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– Zest of 2 lemons
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 2 tbsp powdered sugar
– Thin lemon slices and mint leaves for garnish
### Directions :
1. Mix the limoncello and water in a shallow bowl and set aside.
2. Quickly dip each ladyfinger in the limoncello syrup and arrange in a single layer in a 9×9 inch dish.
3. Beat mascarpone, granulated sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla in a medium bowl until smooth.
4. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture. Spread half of this mixture over the ladyfingers. Repeat the ladyfingers layer. Top it off with the remaining mascarpone mixture.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
7. Before serving, garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves.
### How to serve Limoncello Tiramisu
The dish is best served chilled. Before serving, garnish it with thin lemon slices and mint leaves to enhance its visual appeal and give it a refreshing taste.
### How to store Limoncello Tiramisu
Store the Tiramisu wrapped in your refrigerator. It should be consumed within 2-3 days for the best taste.
### Tips to make Limoncello Tiramisu
For the best result, allow the Tiramisu to chill for a longer time. Overnight chilling gives time to the ladyfingers to fully soak in the Limoncello syrup and gives the dessert a more robust flavor.
### Variation
Adding strawberries can work well with the lemony notes of this dessert. Layer some strawberries on top of the mascarpone cream for a delightful variant.
### FAQs
1. **Can I use another type of liquor instead of Limoncello?** Yes, you may substitute Limoncello with other citrus-based liquors but it might not give the same zesty result.
2. **Can I use another type of biscuit instead of ladyfingers?** Yes, you can use sponge cake or similar cookies but ladyfingers have a unique texture that absorbs the limoncello syrup without breaking down.
3. **Is soaking ladyfingers necessary?** Yes, dipping the ladyfingers in the limoncello syrup gives the dessert its characteristic moist and flavorful bite.