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Best lemon raspberry tiramisu with fresh raspberries and mint on a white plate
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Lemon Raspberry Tiramisu Recipe (Top-Rated!)

Lemon Raspberry Tiramisu is a refreshing no-bake dessert layered with creamy mascarpone, lemon zest, and fresh raspberries. Perfect for spring and summer, this light and tangy twist on the classic Italian treat is ready in under 30 minutes and guaranteed to impress at any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
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Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 385
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or raspberry jam
  • 1 package ladyfingers Savoiardi
  • 1/2 cup lemon syrup or limoncello for soaking
  • Fresh raspberries for garnish
  • Lemon zest for garnish
  • White chocolate curls or mint leaves for optional topping

Method
 

  1. Whip the heavy cream in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form
  2. In a separate bowl, mix mascarpone, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla until smooth
  3. Fold the whipped cream gently into the mascarpone mixture to create the lemon raspberry tiramisu filling
  4. In a saucepan, simmer raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice for 5–7 minutes until thickened, then let cool
  5. Quickly dip each ladyfinger into lemon syrup or limoncello and layer into a glass dish
  6. Spread half the lemon cream over the ladyfingers and top with half the raspberry compote
  7. Repeat with remaining ladyfingers, cream, and compote
  8. Refrigerate the lemon raspberry tiramisu for at least 6 hours or overnight for best results
  9. Before serving, garnish with fresh raspberries, lemon zest, and optional white chocolate curls or mint

Notes

  • Use gluten-free ladyfingers to make this lemon raspberry tiramisu suitable for gluten-free diets
  • You can substitute mascarpone with a mix of cream cheese and heavy cream if needed
  • Frozen raspberries work well but simmer longer to reduce excess moisture
  • Limoncello adds a lovely adult twist, but lemon syrup is great for an alcohol-free version
  • For a vegan twist, use coconut cream and dairy-free mascarpone alternatives