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Earl Grey Tiramisu with Lemon Mascarpone Cream Recipe

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This Earl Grey Tiramisu with Lemon Mascarpone Cream offers a refreshing twist on the classic Italian dessert by incorporating fragrant Earl Grey tea and a zesty lemon mascarpone cream. The ladyfingers are soaked in a floral tea and gin or elderflower liqueur mixture, layered with a light and fluffy lemon-infused mascarpone cream, and chilled for a luscious, elegant treat perfect for tea lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Tea Soak

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (25g)
  • 1½ cups water
  • 3 Earl Grey tea bags
  • 1-2 ounces gin or elderflower liqueur (very floral is best)

Dessert

  • 15-20 ladyfingers
  • 8 oz mascarpone (cold)
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar (67g)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 large egg yolks (cold)
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste or extract
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Earl Grey Tea Soak: Combine the water, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and tea bags in a small pan over medium heat. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely, then remove from heat. Transfer the tea to a bowl to cool. Once cool, squeeze out the tea bags to extract all the flavor, then stir in 1-2 ounces of gin or elderflower liqueur for added floral notes.
  2. Prepare Lemon Mascarpone Cream: Using your fingertips, rub together 2 tablespoons lemon zest and ⅓ cup granulated sugar to release and blend the lemon oils into the sugar. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or using a hand mixer), combine the lemon sugar, mascarpone, fresh lemon juice, 2 large cold egg yolks, cold heavy whipping cream, and 1 teaspoon vanilla paste. Beat on medium-high speed for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture is light, creamy, and fluffy.
  3. Assemble the Tiramisu: Dip each ladyfinger one at a time into the cooled Earl Grey tea mixture, ensuring they are soaked but not soggy. Arrange 6-8 soaked ladyfingers in an even layer at the bottom of a loaf pan. Spread half of the lemon mascarpone cream evenly over the ladyfingers, pressing gently to cover all sides of the pan.
  4. Second Layer: Repeat the dipping and layering process with the remaining ladyfingers and mascarpone cream. Smooth the top evenly, cover the pan with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, ideally overnight, to let the flavors meld and the texture set.
  5. Serve: Before serving, dust the top of the tiramisu generously with powdered sugar. For an elegant presentation, use a patterned stencil to create a decorative design on the surface.

Notes

  • Ensure the mascarpone, egg yolks, and cream are cold to achieve a smooth and fluffy cream.
  • You can substitute the gin or elderflower liqueur with a non-alcoholic floral syrup for a child-friendly version.
  • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice to maximize the bright citrus flavor.
  • Do not oversoak the ladyfingers to avoid a soggy dessert; a quick dip is sufficient.
  • For a classic twist, you can omit the lemon and use espresso instead of tea, but this recipe is designed to highlight the Earl Grey and lemon flavors.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/earl-grey-tiramisu-with-lemon-mascarpone-cream-recipe/