I wanted something special. This Lady Finger Lemon Dessert was worth a little extra time to make a special treat for the family.
We all live a distance between us, and this was the perfect way to celebrate together with a special yummy dessert.
These Patriotic colors are great not only for Memorial Day, 4th of July, Veterans Day and Labor Day, but you can also switch up the colors of fruits on top to make it festive for any holiday event.
At Christmas time I love to make these green and red cherries on top and those go great with lemon also!
This dessert is a real show-stopper and impressive, you're not going to believe how easy it is to make!
Take a look at the simple instructions on how to create this beautiful treat for your special family holiday and any occasion.
Build Your Own Lady Fingers Dessert It's a Work of Art and Easy!
- Start with a springform pan
- add cake in the middle center
- line the sides with the lady's fingers to stand up (the cake will keep them snug)
- make your favorite filling
- top with cream and berries!
- I put ribbons around to look elegant!
Fillings for Your Cake!
- whipped cream
- lemon curd
- lemon pudding
- vanilla pudding
- butterscotch pudding
- pie fillings of any kind
- whatever creamy filling you like can be used
Tools
- 9 or 10 inch springform pan
- bowl
- offset spatula
How easily it will come together step by step see the photos
Remember to leave some room at the top and end it with whipped cream and berries!
It's easy to build but you have to remember to leave enough space for the whipped cream at the top.
Just try and make sure you have at least two inches at the top for cream and fruits.
Homemade or Semi-Homemade
Building this cake was quite simple.
I was afraid it would fall apart but it molded beautifully. It certainly was impressive to everyone.
I made my own homemade lemon pudding, homemade pound cake, but used store-bought lady fingers.
I usually use the sponge cake recipe when making my tiramisu recipe. This time I made it with lemon and pound cake because it's a family favorite.
Try My Delicious Eggless Tiramisu recipe also!
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Lady Finger Lemon Dessert
Ingredients
- 1 package ladyfinger or more to fit a 9-inch springform pan around the edges
- 1 recipe for pound cake or sponge cake homemade or store-bought
- 4 cups lemon pudding homemade or store-bought made to-package instructions
- 3 cups whipped cream sweetened and whipped or nondairy topping
- 1 cup of instant espresso coffee cooled or use a shot of coffee liquor in with the coffee
- Assorted fresh berries: whole strawberries, blueberries, raspberries or boysenberries
- 1- 9-inch springform pan
- A ribbon of any kind to fit around the cake
- toothpicks
Instructions
- Slice the pound cake or sponge cake in 1/2-inch slices and set aside.
- Make the pudding, cool, set aside
- Whip the cream with sugar and store in the refrigerator until ready to use
- Assembly:
- Place some cake in the center of the pan to hold up the lady fingers so they don't fall over.
- Add the ladyfingers around the edge of the springform pan.
- Brush the ladyfingers with espresso coffee. ( you can add some to the cake also)
- Alternate the layering with pudding, whipped cream, and sliced cake.
- Top with half the lemon pudding, more cake, more pudding.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Just before serving:
- Top with the whipped cream. Arrange berries on top.
- Remove the outer band from the springform pan.
- Note: if traveling I place the fruits on before serving.
- . Add the ribbon all the way around, and tape the ends.
- Place above the toothpicks to hold up the ribbon evenly just a few if necessary. Serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
155.91Fat (grams)
2.55 gSat. Fat (grams)
0.7 gCarbs (grams)
28.03 gFiber (grams)
0.35 gNet carbs
27.66 gSugar (grams)
7.12 gProtein (grams)
5.07 gSodium (milligrams)
156.38 mgCholesterol (grams)
42.01 mgThe default measuring system for this website is US Customary. Unit conversions are provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. While we strive to provide accurate unit conversions, please be aware that there may be some discrepancies.
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Just printed this off, Claudia! What a perfect dessert for summer---and I love that I can make this during my kitchen renovation!
ReplyDeleteGosh I havne't seen ladies fingers for a long time. Reminds me of something my Mum used to make
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful version of the Tiramisu!! Love the fresh colors! You could call this summer tiramisu!!
ReplyDeleteThis has all my favorite things!! I'm in love with lemon desserts and this sounds just perfect. Great instructions.
ReplyDeleteThis looks so fancy! Perfect dessert for a special occasion.
ReplyDeleteThis turned out beautiful! I am so glad you were able to have such a memorable day with your family. All the photos are great!
ReplyDeleteNow that is the prettiest Memorial Day cake I've seen. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat an amazing dessert! And what a stunning presentation. This is the perfect dessert for summer. I love cakes with fruit especially.
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ReplyDeleteHow much fun would this cake be to make!?! I've never baked with lady fingers but this looks too good not to :)
ReplyDeleteI adore any dessert with lemon. Thank you for the amazing recipe :)
ReplyDeleteThat is summer! I looks gorgeous. I am sure it wouldn't look as good if I made it.
ReplyDeleteNow this looks like a perfect summertime dessert! Fruit, lemon, perfection.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful, perfect summer dessert. Fruit toppings, lemon, what else do you need this summer?
ReplyDeleteI like it very much, thank you so much (Biswa Bhromon)
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