Mascarpone Cheese Substitute Homemade
Elevate your cooking with this quick and easy Homemade Mascarpone Cheese Substitute that’s ready in just 10 minutes! Perfect for tiramisu, creamy pasta sauces, or any recipe requiring the rich, velvety texture of mascarpone, this DIY substitute combines softened cream cheese, heavy cream, and a touch of unsalted butter for an ultra-smooth and luscious result. With no cooking required, this simple recipe delivers impressive flavor and texture, making it a time-saving, cost-effective alternative to store-bought mascarpone. Whip it up fresh and use it immediately, or store it in the fridge for up to three days for ultimate versatility.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 1.4 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
Directions
Step 1
Allow the cream cheese to come to room temperature to ensure it softens and is easy to blend.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese, heavy cream, and unsalted butter.
Step 3
Using a hand mixer or whisk, blend the ingredients together on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and well combined.
Step 4
Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula as needed to ensure the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Step 5
Use the mascarpone cheese substitute immediately in your recipe or transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (590.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2117.8 |
| Total Fat 214.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 127.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 627.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 827.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.5g | |
| Protein 14.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 226.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 305.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories