28 Mascarpone Recipes That Instantly Elevate Any Dish
Mascarpone cheese is Italian cream cheese popular in the Lombardy Region of Northern Italy. It dates back to the Middle Ages and was given the P.A.T. (Prodotto agroalimentare tradizionale) or "traditional regional food product" label so that no other country can claim its origin. It's used to add an extra creamy, luscious quality to everything from pasta and soups to decadent desserts and once you try these 28 mascarpone recipes, there's no going back.Related: 7 No-Bake Cream Cheese DessertsWhat is Mascarpone Cheese?Mascarpone cheese is made from only two ingredients: cream and citric acid and has a higher fat content than traditional American cream cheese, making it a delicious alternative. I am particularly fond of the Vermont Creamery brand of mascarpone cheese, as it is ridiculously creamy and super delicious. I try to use it as much as possible when I want to elevate otherwise ordinary recipes.Where to Buy Mascarpone CheeseMascarpone cheese can be purchased at most grocery stores, near the cream cheese and crème fraîche section.Different Ways to Use ItAlthough using mascarpone is widely associated with desserts, like Lemon Mascarpone Cake and classic Tiramisu, it's also wonderful used in savory recipes such as Smoked Salmon and Mascarpone, Pancetta and Mascarpone Anelli and Braised Beef and Mascarpone Polenta. It's often found as a main ingredient in pasta sauces adding to the creaminess and flavor of the dish. And can be added to both polenta and risotto to enrich the thickness and flavor.Best Mascarpone RecipesHere are 28 of the best mascarpone recipes featuring this wonderful Italian cream cheese.
Fresh Berry Mascarpone Pizza al Metro
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This mascarpone-based dessert pizza will steal the spotlight at any summer gathering.Get the recipe: Fresh Berry Mascarpone Pizza al MetroRelated: Rainbow Dessert Pizza
Pumpkin Mascarpone Ice Cream Sandwiches
Donna Eagan
The tangy taste of mascarpone ice cream makes a tasty contrast to the warm, spicy chocolate flavor and chewy texture of the pumpkin spice cookies.Get the recipe: Pumpkin Mascarpone Ice Cream Sandwiches
Chocolate Mascarpone Layer Cake with Sugared Cranberries
The Food Hunter
Classic chocolate cake gets a tangy update with cool mascarpone frosting.Get the recipe: Chocolate Mascarpone Layer Cake with Sugared Cranberries
Mango Tiramisu
Happy Foods Tube
A fruity version of the classic Italian dessert. Layers of ladyfingers, mascarpone mixture and mango sauce are finished off with cocoa and some fresh mango slices.Get the recipe: Mango Tiramisu
Mascarpone & Smoked Salmon Bruschetta
Savor the Best
You will love these crunchy appetizers made with creamy mascarpone cheese, capers and dill.Get the recipe: Mascarpone & Smoked Salmon Bruschetta
Pancetta and Mascarpone Anelli
An Italian in My Kitchen
A simple creamy full of mascarpone cheese and pancetta.Get the recipe: Pancetta and Mascarpone Anelli
One-Pot Pasta with Tomato Mascarpone Sauce
Gastronotherapy
This quick and easy vegetarian one pot pasta with fresh tomatoes, zucchini, basil, and a rich and creamy mascarpone sauce will keep you coming back for more. Get the recipe: One-Pot Pasta with Tomato Mascarpone Sauce
Crêpes with Orange Caramel and Mascarpone
Karen's Kitchen Stories
These crêpes are both topped and filled with a delicious blood orange caramel and mascarpone. Get the recipe: Crêpes with Orange Caramel and Mascarpone
Mascarpone Ice Cream With Figs
MA Kitchen
This mascarpone ice cream is the perfect summer treat.Get the recipe: Mascarpone Ice Cream With Figs
Strawberry Mascarpone Tart
Powered by Mom
Made with fresh fruit, mascarpone cheese and almonds, this tart is bound to be the hit of any summer gathering.Get the recipe: Strawberry Mascarpone Tart
Easy Carrot Cake with Orange Mascarpone Cream
The Petite Cook
Mascarpone cream is a bit lighter and tangier than cream cheese frosting.Get the recipe: Easy Carrot Cake with Orange Mascarpone CreamRelated: 25 Easy Spring Dessert Recipes to Make Now
Stout Braised Beef Short Ribs with Mascarpone Polenta
Whole & Heavenly Oven
Saucy and incredibly tender stout braised beef short ribs are piled high over creamy bowls of mascarpone polenta for the ultimate comfort food!Get the recipe: Stout Braised Beef Short Ribs with Mascarpone Polenta
Skillet Chicken Thighs In a Tomato Mascarpone Sauce
Tonya Staab
These cast-iron skillet chicken thighs in a tomato and mascarpone sauce served with egg noodles are the perfect weeknight dinner.Get the recipe: Skillet Chicken Thighs In a Tomato Mascarpone Sauce
Mascarpone Stuffed Dates with Pomegranate and Honey
Fool Proof Living
A little fruity and a little cheesy, these stuffed dates are the perfect mid-day treat.Get the recipe: Mascarpone Stuffed Dates with Pomegranate and Honey
Mini Lavender Mascarpone Blueberry Galettes
Whole and Heavenly Oven
Fragrant lavender, creamy mascarpone, and juicy blueberries are a trio made in heaven in these mini blueberry galettes! They're perfectly mini-sized for a handheld summer dessert.Get the recipe: Mini Lavender Mascarpone Blueberry Galettes
Tiramisu Cake
Also the Crumbs Please
Without a doubt, the sweetest way to bake with mascarpone is to make a tiramisu. This cake rendition offers more opportunity to pack in extra creaminess.Get the recipe: Tiramisu Cake
Italian Mascarpone Cake with Raspberry Glaze
An Italian in My Kitchen
Mascarpone cake is a moist Italian Cake perfect on it’s own or served with a fresh Raspberry Cream sauce.Get the recipe: Italian Mascarpone Cake with Raspberry Glaze
Easy Lemon Mascarpone Cake
Scrummy Lane
Then sandwich together the cake layers with a ridiculously easy 2-ingredient lemon mascarpone cream. It’s classic Victoria sponge meets lemon cake – light, moist and delicious, and perfect for a special occasion or just a simple afternoon tea.Get the recipe: Easy Lemon Mascarpone Cake
Creamy Tomato Soup with Mascarpone
Saporita Kitchen
This quick, easy and ultra-creamy weeknight soup is perfect with a slice of fresh crusty bread.Get the recipe: Creamy Tomato Soup with Mascarpone
Lemon Blueberry Mascarpone Fudge
Recipeas
A bright, tangy and fruity fudge to eat in the sunshine.Get the recipe: Lemon Blueberry Mascarpone Fudge
Mascarpone Cheesecake
Joy Filled Eats
The mascarpone cheese takes an ordinary cheesecake and makes it extraordinary!Get the recipe: Mascarpone CheesecakeRelated: 34 Special Strawberry and Lemon Desserts for Spring
Mascarpone Pasta
Mom's Dinner
This cheesy pasta sauce comes together in just 5 minutes.Get the recipe: Mascarpone Pasta
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta with Walnuts
Skinny Spatula
Mascarpone makes this bright pasta sauce so creamy.Get the recipe: Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Pasta with Walnuts
Spinach and Mushroom Pizza with Mascarpone Cheese
Skinny Spatula
A very simple combination of baby spinach, Forestiere mushrooms, mascarpone cheese, and mozzarella makes this vegetarian spinach and mushroom pizza a tempting choice for a weeknight treat.Get the recipe: Spinach and Mushroom Pizza with Mascarpone Cheese
Winter Citrus & Pomegranate Mascarpone Cups
The Healthy Epicurean
This satisfying and beautiful dessert recipe for citrus and pomegranate mascarpone cups is perfect for winter parties or for a special treat at home!Get the recipe: Winter Citrus & Pomegranate Mascarpone Cups
Chocolate Cherry Mascarpone Cake
The Food Hunter
The traditional German recipe combines a slab of marble sheet cake with sour cherries, buttercream and melted bittersweet chocolate on top. A sweetened mascarpone layer seals the deal.Get the recipe: Chocolate Cherry Mascarpone Cake
Creamy Polenta & Mushrooms
The Food Hunter
The creamy mascarpone-kissed polenta and delicate yet firm mushrooms mix well together in both taste and texture and provide a dish that is utterly delicious.Get the recipe: Creamy Polenta & Mushrooms
Whipped Mascarpone Frosting
The Food Hunter
You'll want to slather this featherlight frosting on everything.Get the recipe: Whipped Mascarpone Frosting
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