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Creamy Lemon Mascarpone Dessert
This creamy lemon mascarpone dessert combines the creamy richness of mascarpone cheese with the zesty bright flavors of lemon!
Prep Time
15 mins
Chilling Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 527 kcal
Course:
Dessert , Snacks
Cuisine:
Italian
Ingredients
- 1 cup mascarpone
- ¾ cup + 2 tablespoons cream whole, whipping or heavy cream (at least 30% fat content) (200 grams total if you double the recipe then double this amount)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (approximately 1 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 8-10 lady fingers (halved)
EXTRAS -
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons Limoncello or lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large bowl beat the cream until stiff peaks form.
- In a medium / large bowl add the mascarpone and sugar, mix to combine, add the lemon juice a zest a little at a time beating to combine.
- Fold the mascarpone mixture into the whipped cream until completely combined. Cover the bowl and chill 20-30 minutes.
- In a small bowl combine the water and Limoncello or lemon juice.
- In four small/medium serving dishes or glasses layer starting with a spoonful of the cream filling, then lady fingers dipped in the Limoncello mixture, continue with another layer. Repeat with the other glasses. Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving. Top with lemon zest or chopped white chocolate before serving if desired. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Since this lemon mascarpone dessert needs time to chill it is a great make ahead dessert! To make in advance, prepare as directed and store covered tightly in the refrigerator up to two days before serving.
- To store leftover parfaits, cover and store up to three days, although I find it best within 2 days.
- Do not freeze leftovers as texture will change upon thawing.
Nutrition Information
Calories
527kcal
(26%)
Carbohydrates
27g
(9%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
43g
(66%)
Saturated Fat
27g
(135%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Cholesterol
155mg
(52%)
Sodium
76mg
(3%)
Potassium
81mg
(2%)
Fiber
0.4g
(2%)
Sugar
11g
(22%)
Vitamin A
1567IU
(31%)
Vitamin C
7mg
(8%)
Calcium
122mg
(12%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 527
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 527kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 43g | 66% |
| Saturated Fat | 27g | 135% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 155mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 76mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 81mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 1567IU | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 122mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.