Easy Lemon Berry Tiramisu


Cuisine Style

Italian

Description

Premade ladyfingers form the moist base for the creamy filling of this favorite Italian dessert. Fresh berries are the perfect topping for this make-ahead creation.

Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup water 2 to 3 teaspoons grated lemon peel (1 medium) 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 containers (8 oz each) mascarpone cheese, room temperature 1 cup whipping cream 3 tablespoons powdered sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 1/2 packages (7.1 oz each) ladyfingers 3 cups mixed fresh berries, rinsed

Preparation Method

1. In 2-quart saucepan, heat, granulated sugar, water, lemon peel and lemon juice to boiling. Boil until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; cool lemon syrup completely. 2. In large bowl, beat mascarpone, cream, powdered sugar and vanilla with electric mixer until stiff peaks form. 3. Line bottom of ungreased 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with half of the ladyfingers. Generously brush about one-fourth of lemon syrup over ladyfingers. Spread half of mascarpone mixture evenly over ladyfinger layer. Top with half of the berries; brush with lemon syrup. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used. 4. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight before serving. Cut into 4 rows by 2 rows. Expert Tips:- When placing the second layer of ladyfingers over the fruit, change the direction of the ladyfingers for stability. The tiramisu will be easier to cut. Use whatever fruit you have on hand or what fruit is in season.

Prepaired By

Valsala Ragavan