Ingredients
– 1 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
– 1 cup mascarpone cheese
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 12 to 15 ladyfingers
– 1 cup brewed lemon herbal tea, cooled
– Zest of 1 lemon (for garnish)
– Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– Electric mixer or whisk
– 9-inch square baking dish
– Rubber spatula
– Shallow dish for soaking ladyfingers
– Zester or microplane
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I begin by preparing my lemon curd (if I’m making it from scratch). It’s super simple to whip up and the fresh taste really makes the dessert shine. Once the curd is ready, I grab a mixing bowl and combine the mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. As I blend everything together, I love watching the mixture transform into a luscious, creamy delight. This will be the base of your tiramisu! (See the next page below to continue steps…)