Heart-Healthy Mascarpone Cream
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with our **Heart-Healthy Mascarpone Cream**, a light yet luscious dessert designed to satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising your well-being. This creamy creation combines **low-fat mascarpone cheese** and protein-rich **silken tofu**, blended into a velvety base sweetened naturally with honey and brightened by the zest of lemon. The addition of **chia seeds** not only elevates the texture but also supercharges the dish with heart-friendly omega-3s. Topped with a vibrant medley of **fresh berries** and garnished with refreshing mint leaves, this no-cook recipe is as nourishing as it is elegant. Ready in just 20 minutes (plus chilling time), it’s perfect for a healthy dessert, a decadent breakfast, or even a spread. Treat your heart and your taste buds with this wholesome twist on mascarpone cream!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Low-fat mascarpone cheese
- 4 ounces Silken tofu
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
- 1 cup Fresh berries
- 8 leaves Mint leaves
Instructions
Begin by draining any excess moisture from the silken tofu using a paper towel. This will help in achieving a smooth texture.
In a large mixing bowl, add the low-fat mascarpone cheese and the drained silken tofu.
Using an electric hand mixer, blend the mascarpone and tofu until smooth and creamy.
Add honey, vanilla extract, and lemon zest into the mascarpone mixture. Continue to blend until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Fold in chia seeds gently using a spatula to avoid crushing them.
Transfer the mixture into individual serving bowls or a single large serving dish.
Cover the mascarpone cream with plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This allows the chia seeds to thicken the mixture slightly.
Just before serving, top with fresh berries and garnish with mint leaves.
Serve chilled as a delightful and heart-healthy dessert or as a spread on whole-grain toast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.1 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 81 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 94 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.5 g | ||
| Protein | 25.6 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 828 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 508 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
