Mascarpone Creams

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0

Indulgent Mascarpone Creams for your sweet tooth cravings

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

2 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

452

Sugar

28g

Fat

31g

Mascarpone Creams are a sweet and indulgent dessert that originated in Italy. This recipe puts a unique spin on the classic dessert by incorporating Amaretti cookies and Amaretto liqueur. The result is a light and creamy dessert that is packed with flavor, making it the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. Whether you are making it for a special occasion or just as a treat for yourself, these Mascarpone Creams are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, combine the amaretti cookies and Amaretto, and set aside.
2.	In a separate bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the egg yolks and superfine sugar until pale and creamy.
3.	Gradually beat in the mascarpone cheese until well combined.
4.	In a third bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
5.	Fold the egg whites into the mascarpone mixture until fully incorporated.
6.	Place a layer of the cookie mixture at the bottom of each serving glass, followed by a layer of the mascarpone mixture.
7.	Repeat with another layer of each, ending with a layer of the mascarpone mixture.
8.	Chill for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
9.	Before serving, garnish with toasted slivered almonds.

PROS

These Mascarpone Creams are light, creamy, and packed with flavor.

They are a perfect make-ahead dessert for dinner parties and special occasions.

CONS

The Amaretto in this recipe makes this dessert inappropriate for children and those avoiding alcohol.

It is also quite high in calories and fat, making it best enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it does contain some calcium and protein from the mascarpone cheese and egg whites.
Almonds are also high in healthy fats and vitamin E, which has antioxidant properties.

	4 ounces amaretti cookies , crushed
	4 tablespoons Amaretto
	4 eggs , separated
	1/4 cup superfine sugar
	1 cup mascarpone cheese
	toasted slivered almonds ( to garnish )