Description
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this festive Shamrock Lasagna Dessert, featuring layers of mint-infused mascarpone cream and no-boil lasagna noodles, topped with whipped cream for a refreshing and sweet treat that’s perfect for the holiday.
Ingredients
Scale
Mint Mascarpone Filling
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon mint extract
- Green food coloring, a few drops
Assembly
- 8 no-boil lasagna noodles
- 1 cup whipped cream (for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the ingredients to ensure a smooth preparation process without interruptions.
- Prepare Mint Filling: In a mixing bowl, blend the mascarpone cheese with powdered sugar and mint extract until smooth and well combined, adjusting sweetness to your preference.
- Add Color: Gradually mix in green food coloring drop by drop until the mixture reaches a vibrant shamrock green shade.
- Layer the Dessert: In a baking dish, place a layer of no-boil lasagna noodles, then spread a layer of the mint mascarpone mixture evenly. Repeat layering noodles and filling until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of mint filling on top.
- Chill: Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set fully.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, top the dessert with freshly whipped cream and optionally garnish with fresh mint leaves for an extra festive look and flavor.
Notes
- This dessert is best served chilled and can be prepared a day ahead.
- Adjust the amount of mint extract and powdered sugar to suit your taste preference.
- The no-boil noodles make preparation easier and save time.
- Use fresh mint leaves for garnish to add a burst of fresh flavor and color.
- Ensure the dessert is chilled thoroughly for the best texture and flavor combination.
