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While Tiramisu is arguably the best-known Ladyfinger dessert, there are actually many moreish treats that use these Italian biscuits. Excellent for layering, Ladyfingers provide texture, flavor and structure to a variety of recipes.
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Classic Ladyfinger Cheesecake Recipe

A row of Ladyfingers adorns this creamy no-bake cheesecake. It takes just 25 minutes of prep time and then chills in the fridge until set. Top it with cherry pie filling for a classic presentation!
Prep Time 25 minutes
Chilling time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 25 minutes
Servings 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb ladyfingers
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 2 cups heavy cream whipping cream
  • 16 oz cherry pie filling

Instructions

  • In a springform pan, line with ladyfingers along bottom and sides.
  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, lemon juice and lemon zest. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whip cream to stiff peaks and gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
  • Spread half the cream mixture onto the ladyfingers. Then spread half the cherry filling. Add a layer of ladyfingers on top of and repeat. Top with remaining pie filling.
  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours to firm up before serving.