Limoncello Dessert
Limoncello Dessert is a delightful Italian treat that captures the essence of sunny lemon flavors in a creamy, indulgent dish. This refreshing dessert combines rich mascarpone cheese with zesty lemons and light whipped cream, all layered over a crunchy biscuit base. Perfect for any occasion, this showstopper is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite at gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 16 minute
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
- 1/4 cup Limoncello liqueur
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 6 digestive biscuits or ladyfingers, crushed
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the base by mixing crushed biscuits with melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom of a serving dish.
- In a bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, sugar, lemon juice, and Limoncello. Stir until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip the cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold it into the lemon mixture.
- Spread half of the lemon cream over the biscuit base, add more crushed biscuits if desired, then top with remaining cream.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Experiment with fresh berries as a topping for added flavor and color. For a unique twist, substitute some sugar with honey.