Berry Mascarpone Christmas Gateau

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 14
Decadent Berry Mascarpone Christmas Gateau Recipe
in Dessert

Prep

25 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

4 hrs 35 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2/3 cup Frangelico
3 punnets fresh raspberries
250 g punnet strawberries , hulled , roughly chopped
1 tablespoon caster sugar
300 ml thickened cream
2 containers mascarpone
2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
1/2 cup extra caster sugar
3/4 cup roasted hazelnuts , chopped
2 packets sponge cake fingers ( sponge-finger biscuits )
90 g chocolate , crumbled
2 punnets raspberries , to serve
2 punnets strawberries , to serve

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
532
Sugar
27g
Fat
39g
This Berry Mascarpone Christmas Gateau is the perfect dessert for any festive occasion. Its layers of creamy mascarpone, tangy raspberries, and fresh strawberries are perfectly complemented by the crunch of roasted hazelnuts and the indulgent crumble of chocolate. As a show-stopping dessert, it is guaranteed to impress your guests and add a touch of elegance to your holiday feast.

Instructions

1.Combine Frangelico, raspberries, chopped strawberries, and caster sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the berries have broken down and become syrupy. Set aside to cool.
2.In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the cream, mascarpone, vanilla bean paste, and extra caster sugar until well combined.
3.Fold in the chopped hazelnuts and sponge cake fingers until evenly distributed.
4.Spoon half of the cream mixture into a large, round serving dish.
5.Drizzle half of the cooled berry syrup over the cream mixture. Add another layer of sponge cake fingers on top.
6.Repeat with the remaining cream mixture and berry syrup.
7.Sprinkle the crumbled chocolate over the top of the dish.
8.Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.

PROS

This dessert is a showstopper and is perfect for special occasions like Christmas or New Year’s Eve.

The creamy and nutty mascarpone mixture pairs perfectly with the tangy, fresh berries and the crunch of the hazelnuts for an indulgent and satisfying treat.

CONS

This dessert is rich and decadent, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is high in fat and calories, with each serving containing approximately 532 kcal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it does offer some nutritional benefits.
The fresh berries are high in antioxidants, fiber, and vitamin C, which support immune health and can reduce inflammation.
The hazelnuts are a good source of vitamin E, which is essential for healthy skin and eyes.

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