Tartufo au citron recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
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Tartufo Au Citron Recipe

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Apr 10 2025

1h 30m

Serves 8

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Make Tartufo Au Citron in just 1h 30m. Indulge in our Tartufo au Citron, a delightful Italian dessert that harmoniously blends the zesty brightness of fresh lemons with the rich, creamy decadence of chocolate. Each bite reveals a luscious lemon gelato center, elegantly encased in a velvety dark chocolate shell, dusted with a sprinkle of cocoa. Perfectly refreshing and satisfyingly sweet, this dessert is a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed streets of Italy.

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Ingredients

Base

Filling

Garnish

Preparation

Prepare the Base

1. Cream Butter and Sugar

In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

2. Add Eggs and Lemon

Beat in the eggs one at a time. Then, mix in the lemon zest and lemon juice.

3. Combine Dry Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

4. Mix Together

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.

5. Bake

Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Prepare the Filling

6. Mix Filling Ingredients

In a bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon curd until smooth.

Assemble the Tartufo

7. Layer the Filling

Once the base has cooled, slice it in half horizontally. Spread the mascarpone filling evenly on the bottom layer, then replace the top layer.

8. Chill

Refrigerate the assembled tartufo for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Serve

9. Garnish and Serve

Top with whipped cream, lemon slices, and mint leaves before slicing and serving.

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