Description
This refreshing dessert lasagna layers creamy ricotta, lemon curd, and fresh lemon zest for a delightful, citrusy treat. Perfect for a summer gathering or as a sweet finish to any meal.
Ingredients
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12 lasagna noodles
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2 cups ricotta cheese
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup lemon curd
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1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
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Zest of 2 lemons
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Cook the noodles: Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
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Prepare the ricotta mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
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Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the ricotta mixture until fully incorporated.
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Layer the lasagna:
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Spread a thin layer of lemon curd on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish.
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Place 4 lasagna noodles over the lemon curd, slightly overlapping them.
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Spread half of the ricotta mixture over the noodles, followed by half of the remaining lemon curd.
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Repeat the layering process with another 4 noodles, the remaining ricotta mixture, and the remaining lemon curd.
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Top with the final 4 lasagna noodles and drizzle with fresh lemon juice and lemon zest.
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Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden.
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Cool and serve: Allow the lemon lasagna to cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Notes
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This dessert can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before serving.
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For a lighter version, use low-fat ricotta cheese and whipped topping.
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Garnish with additional lemon zest for extra citrus flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the recipe
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg