Strawberry Shortcake Lasagna Delight (Print Version)

Layered dessert with mascarpone, strawberries, tender noodles, and white chocolate. Refreshing, creamy, summer-ready.

# Ingredients:

→ Pasta

01 - 9 sheets regular lasagna noodles

→ Mascarpone Cream

02 - 360 g mascarpone cheese
03 - 240 ml cold heavy cream
04 - 60 g powdered sugar
05 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Fruit

07 - 450 g fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

→ Topping

08 - 85 g white chocolate, for shaving
09 - Additional strawberries for garnish (optional)
10 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Cook lasagna noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente according to package directions. Drain and lay flat on a clean towel to cool completely.
02 - Using a large mixing bowl and electric mixer, beat mascarpone cheese, cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until thick, smooth, and spreadable, about 2–3 minutes.
03 - Set aside a few strawberry slices for garnish.
04 - In a 23x33 cm baking dish, arrange three cooled lasagna noodles in a single layer, trimming as needed to fit.
05 - Spread one-third of the mascarpone cream evenly over the noodles. Scatter one-third of the sliced strawberries over the cream.
06 - Repeat the layering process twice more, ending with a layer of mascarpone cream on top.
07 - Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and noodles to soften.
08 - Before serving, shave white chocolate over the top using a vegetable peeler. Garnish with reserved strawberry slices and mint leaves if desired. Cut into portions and serve chilled.

# Notes:

01 - For a lighter version, substitute half the mascarpone with whipped ricotta or low-fat cream cheese.
02 - Swap strawberries for mixed berries or peaches when in season.
03 - Pairs beautifully with a glass of chilled Moscato or sparkling rosé.
04 - For extra crunch, sprinkle crushed shortbread cookies between layers.