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.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

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

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture and set aside.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Quickly dip each ladyfinger into the cooled limoncello syrup, ensuring they soak just enough to absorb the liquid without becoming soggy.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Refrigerate the dessert for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, dust the top of the dessert with confectioner's sugar and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color.

Step 8

Serve chilled and enjoy the light, zesty flavors of Lady Cello.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(910.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3052.7

Total Fat 180.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 737.5mg	0%
Sodium 464.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 283.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	0%
Total Sugars 197.6g
Protein 25.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 418.8mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 436.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.8%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 39.6%