Lady Cello
Delight in the tangy elegance of 'Lady Cello,' a no-bake dessert that brings a burst of citrusy flavor to your table. Combining the creamy richness of mascarpone cheese and whipped cream with the bright zest of lemons and a hint of limoncello liqueur, this layered treat is the perfect balance of light and indulgent. Ladyfingers soaked in a fragrant limoncello syrup form the base, while a velvety lemon mascarpone cream adds a luscious touch in each layer. Quick to assemble and chilled to perfection, this dessert is an ideal make-ahead option for dinner parties or warm summer evenings. Garnished with a dusting of confectioner’s sugar and fresh mint leaves, Lady Cello isn’t just a recipe—it’s a refreshing Italian-inspired escape that will leave your guests craving more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Mascarpone cheese
- 200 milliliters Heavy cream
- 50 grams Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 100 milliliters Limoncello liqueur
- 50 milliliters Water
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 18 pieces Ladyfingers (Savoiardi)
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon Confectioner's sugar
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and creamy.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture and set aside.
Prepare the limoncello syrup by combining limoncello liqueur, water, and granulated sugar in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled limoncello syrup, ensuring they soak just enough to absorb the liquid without becoming soggy.
In a serving dish or individual dessert glasses, layer soaked ladyfingers at the bottom, followed by a layer of the lemon mascarpone cream. Repeat the layers until the dish is filled, finishing with a layer of cream on top.
Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, dust the top of the dessert with confectioner's sugar and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color.
Serve chilled and enjoy the light, zesty flavors of Lady Cello.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3053 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.8 g | 232% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.6 g | 568% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 738 mg | 246% | |
| Sodium | 464 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 283.3 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 197.6 g | ||
| Protein | 25.7 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 419 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 436 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
