Limoncello Cream Pie
A delightful and refreshing Italian dessert with a creamy limoncello filling and a crunchy graham cracker crust, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the pie filling
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust Store-bought or homemade, ensure it is fully cooled if homemade.
- 1 cup heavy cream Make sure it is well-chilled for easier whipping.
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup limoncello liqueur Can be substituted for a non-alcoholic version using lemon juice and lemon-flavored soda.
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- Fresh lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- In another bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, limoncello, powdered sugar, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until well combined.
- Pour the filling into the graham cracker crust, smoothing the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Garnish with fresh lemon slices before serving.
Notes
For additional flavor, consider adding a layer of fresh berries or a berry compote on top of the cream filling before chilling. This not only enhances the flavor but also adds color.