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Mascarpone Cream - italiancookies.com
Mascarpone cream with only three ingredients, mascarpone, rich heavy cream, and a kiss of sugar — you’ll whip up a cloud-like filling in minutes. No stove, no fuss, just pure creamy magic. It’s light, airy, and just sweet enough, with a buttery texture that melts right into whatever you pair it with. Spoon it over fresh berries, layer it into tiramisu, swirl it into a no-bake cake, or pipe it into pastries if you're feeling fancy. However you use it, this homemade mascarpone cream adds that “wow” factor without breaking a sweat. Trust us, once you try it, you’ll find excuses to make it again and again
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 3 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cup mascarpone (room temperature)
  • 1½ heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer or whisk

Instructions
 

  1. In a medium chilled bowl whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form (about 2–3 minutes on medium-high speed).
  2. Add the cold mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Continue whipping on medium speed until stiff peaks form and the mixture is smooth and fluffy (1–2 minutes). Don’t overmix, as mascarpone can curdle.
  3. Servings: - 3 cups (enough for 6–8 portions depending on use)

Notes

Cold Ingredients: Keep your mascarpone and heavy cream cold before mixing. This helps the cream whip up faster and gives the final result a smoother, more stable texture.
Don’t Overmix: Mascarpone can curdle if overbeaten, especially once the cream starts thickening. Stop mixing as soon as you see soft peaks or your desired consistency. A few extra seconds can turn silky into grainy!
Use Full-Fat Mascarpone & Heavy Cream: Skip the light versions, full-fat ingredients are key to that rich, creamy texture and luxurious mouthfeel.
Sift the Sugar: If you're using powdered sugar, sift it before adding to avoid lumps in the final cream. Granulated sugar can work too, but powdered blends more smoothly.
Sweeten to Taste: Start with a tablespoon or two of sugar, then taste and adjust. Want to switch things up? Add a splash of vanilla extract, almond extract, or even a drizzle of honey for flavor.