Hamdi Saidani This Limoncello Dessert is a refreshing and easy recipe, which is made with lemon sorbet and limoncello liqueur. It’s the perfect after-dinner dessert, ready in about 5 minutes.
Limoncello Dessert Ingredients
- 1 pint lemon sorbet
- 1 pint vanilla ice cream
- 4 jiggers limoncello (Italian lemon liqueur)
- 1 lemon, zested
- Wafer cookies, for garnish
How To Make Limoncello Dessert
- Scoop the sorbet and ice cream: Place one scoop of lemon sorbet alongside one scoop of vanilla ice cream in each of four individual dessert cups.
- Add the limoncello: Pour one jigger (about 1.5 ounces or 3 tablespoons) of the limoncello over each serving.
- Garnish and serve: Grate fresh lemon zest over each bowl. Garnish with a wafer cookie sticking out of the ice cream and serve immediately.
Recipe Tips
- How to make it look extra fancy? Serve this dessert in chilled martini or coupe glasses for an elegant presentation. You can also add a fresh mint sprig alongside the wafer cookie.
- Can I prepare this ahead of time? This dessert is best assembled right before serving to keep the sorbet and ice cream from melting. However, you can pre-scoop the sorbet and ice cream onto a parchment-lined tray and keep it in the freezer for quick assembly.
- What if I don’t have limoncello? You can substitute the limoncello with another orange or citrus-flavored liqueur, like Grand Marnier or Cointreau.
- Can I use a different ice cream flavor? Absolutely. A good quality raspberry sorbet would be a delicious and colorful alternative to the lemon sorbet.
What To Serve With Limoncello Dessert
This is a very light and simple dessert that is perfect on its own after a rich meal. It pairs wonderfully with:
- A hot cup of espresso
- A small, crisp biscotti instead of a wafer cookie
- A side of fresh berries
How To Store Limoncello Dessert
- Freezer: This dessert does not store well once assembled as the liqueur will not fully freeze and will make the sorbet and ice cream soft. It is best made and served immediately.
Limoncello Dessert Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 3g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Is this a very strong dessert?
It has a noticeable but not overpowering alcohol flavor. Each serving contains about one standard shot of limo
Can I make this non-alcoholic?
Yes. For a non-alcoholic version, you can substitute the limoncello with a drizzle of lemon-flavored simple syrup or a good quality lemon soda.
What is a “jigger”?
A jigger is a bar tool used to measure liquid, typically for cocktails. A standard jigger holds 1.5 fluid ounces (about 44 ml or 3 tablespoons).
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Description
An incredibly simple, elegant, and refreshing no-cook dessert of lemon sorbet and vanilla ice cream, topped with a shot of limoncello.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Place one scoop of lemon sorbet and one scoop of vanilla ice cream in each of four dessert cups.
- Pour 1 jigger of limoncello over each serving.
- Garnish with fresh lemon zest and a wafer cookie.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use a high-quality lemon sorbet and vanilla ice cream.
- Chilling your dessert glasses in the freezer for 15 minutes before serving will help keep everything cold.
- This is a perfect, effortless dessert for a dinner party.
- The combination of the tart sorbet, creamy ice cream, and boozy limoncello is a classic Italian flavor profile.
