Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
limoncello ricotta puff pastry with velvety mascarpone filling

Limoncello Ricotta Puff Pastry: 7 Joyful Bites Await

  • Author: CakesLouna
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful dessert featuring limoncello ricotta filling in a flaky puff pastry, topped with creamy mascarpone.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 sheet of puff pastry
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup limoncello liqueur
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Zest of 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface.
  3. Cut the pastry into squares.
  4. In a bowl, mix ricotta, limoncello, powdered sugar, and lemon zest.
  5. Spoon the ricotta mixture onto the center of each pastry square.
  6. Fold the pastry over to form triangles and seal edges.
  7. Brush the tops with beaten egg.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let cool slightly, then top with mascarpone mixed with vanilla.

Notes

  • Serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Can be made a day in advance.
  • Adjust sweetness to taste.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pastry
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: limoncello, ricotta, puff pastry, mascarpone, dessert