Soft ladyfingers, fluffy mascarpone cream, and fresh berries layered into a festive log. No oven needed and made ahead.
½ cup water
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ cup raspberries, mashed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
8 ounces mascarpone, cold
1½ cups heavy whipping cream, cold
½ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
24 crisp ladyfingers (savoiardi)
2 cups mixed fresh berries, plus more for topping
fresh mint and powdered sugar
Simmer the water, sugar, and mashed raspberries 3 minutes. Strain, stir in the lemon juice, and cool.Beat the mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add the cream and whip to stiff peaks.Lay a long sheet of plastic wrap on the counter or use a long platter.Quickly dip each ladyfinger in the syrup, 1 second per side.Line up 8 dipped ladyfingers side by side. Spread with cream and scatter with berries.Add two more layers of ladyfingers, cream, and berries, pressing gently.Spread cream over the top and sides. Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.Top with fresh berries, mint leaves, and a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.
Dip ladyfingers quickly.
Whip the cream to stiff peaks.
Chill at least 6 hours.
Decorate before serving.
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