Creamed Mascarpone

Creamed mascarpone is, for lovers of cooking and baking, a dessert that is occasionally considered by some to be trivial and simple, but is also very well-known and very much loved by many more. Yes, perhaps it is rather an ‘every day’ dish, but it is also true that it is held in great affection by both adults and children. And it’s so simple to make: you can prepare it at the last moment before a gathering of your friends, dividing it between lots of small glasses or cups. Serve cold, perhaps as an accompaniment to a nice slice of panettone at Christmas or Easter, or with a slice of ‘torta paradiso’, or even with some biscuits. It does not end there: now that you know how to make it, that dessert amongst desserts – tiramisu – will have no fears for you. Keep some sponge fingers and cocoa in the cupboard, and in the fridge a carton of mascarpone and some eggs - everyday ingredients to make a heavenly dessert! In short, a real winner to have up your sleeve for last minute invitations or for when you want to prepare an unchallenging and practical dessert!

Ingredients

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10 minutes Total time
Serves 4 persons
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Preparation

Break the eggs and separate the whites from the yolks. Beat the egg whites until stiff. Beat the egg yolks with the sugar until the mixture is white and fluffy. Then add the mascarpone and continue whisking the mixture. Add the liqueur (optional). Gently fold in the egg whites. Serve the cream in individual bowls with a good sprinkling of cocoa powder.

Tips
This recipe is really easy, and it is easily within the capability of less experienced cooks. A little advice: it is better if served cold, so keep it in the fridge until you serve it.
Trivia
Mascarpone is technically a ‘cheese’, and has one of the highest levels of fat of any typical ingredient. So be careful if you are overweight. Limit your intake of cakes and other desserts containing mascarpone.

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Bimby Mascarpone Cream: Quick and Easy Recipe

The Bimby mascarpone cream is a quick and easy solution for preparing a delicious cream without effort. Thanks to Bimby, the famous kitchen robot, you can get a soft and perfect cream for various recipes. Let’s find out how to make this recipe.

Ingredients for Bimby Mascarpone Cream

  • 500 g of mascarpone
  • 140 g of sugar
  • 3 eggs

Preparation of Bimby Mascarpone Cream

  1. Place the butterfly attachment in the Bimby bowl.
  2. Add the egg yolks and sugar, keeping two tablespoons of sugar aside.
  3. Whip for 6 minutes at speed 4.
  4. Remove the butterfly attachment and set the speed to 3, adding the mascarpone spoon by spoon for 2 minutes.
  5. Once ready, transfer the cream to a bowl and clean the Bimby bowl thoroughly.
  6. Whisk the egg whites with the remaining sugar using the butterfly attachment for 7 minutes at speed 4 at 37°C.
  7. Finally, combine the two preparations to obtain your mascarpone cream for tiramisu, cakes, or pandoro.

Mascarpone Cream Without Eggs

The mascarpone cream without eggs is perfect for those looking for a lighter version or for those with intolerances. It is a versatile cream, ideal for filling desserts like pandoro or panettone, or as a simple spoon dessert.

Ingredients for Mascarpone Cream Without Eggs

  • 250 g of mascarpone
  • 125 g of whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon of Marsala, Grand Marnier, or San Marzano
  • 70 g of powdered sugar
  • Grated zest of an organic orange

Preparation of Mascarpone Cream Without Eggs

  1. Mix the mascarpone with the orange zest and liquor.
  2. Whip the cream with the powdered sugar and gently incorporate the two creams.
  3. Your mascarpone cream without eggs is ready to use.

Mascarpone and Cream

Now, let's see how to make mascarpone and cream with the addition of eggs, for a richer and thicker cream, perfect for filling cakes and important desserts.

Ingredients for Mascarpone and Cream

  • 6 tablespoons of sugar
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 500 g of mascarpone
  • 500 g of cream
  • Vanilla for flavoring

Preparation of Mascarpone and Cream

  1. Whisk the egg yolks with the sugar until you obtain a frothy mixture.
  2. Separately, whip the cream.
  3. Gradually incorporate the mascarpone into the egg mixture.
  4. Finally, add the whipped cream and mix gently.

This version is perfect as mascarpone cream for cake filling, mascarpone cream for tiramisu, or to accompany a pandoro with mascarpone cream during the holidays.

Mascarpone Cream Variations

If you're looking for more delicious ideas, here are some variations you can try:

  • Mascarpone and Nutella cream: for a greedy and irresistible version.
  • Lemon mascarpone cream: perfect for fresh and light desserts.
  • Mascarpone and strawberry cream: ideal for summer.
  • Mascarpone and chocolate cream: a timeless classic for all chocolate lovers.

Tips for a Perfect Mascarpone Cream

  • Be mindful of the eggs: if they are too large, the cream may become runny. In this case, you can reduce the number of egg whites.
  • If you want a thick mascarpone cream, it’s better to use only the yolks and limit the use of overly liquid alcohols.

This guide will provide you with all the secrets to making a perfect mascarpone cream for any occasion, whether it's tiramisu, a cake, or filling a panettone or pandoro.