Go Back
–+ servings

Limoncello Cream Bars

Deliciously creamy bars infused with the bright flavor of limoncello, perfect for a refreshing dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
Filling
  • 1 cup heavy cream chilled
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup limoncello
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
  • 1 cup whipped cream for serving
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
  2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9x9 inch baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool.
Make the filling
  1. In a separate mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  2. In another bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, limoncello, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined.
Assemble the bars
  1. Spread the filling over the cooled crust in the baking pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
Serve
  1. Cut into squares and serve topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of lemon zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, chill the bars overnight before serving.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!