Lovely
Indulge in the elegance of "Lovely," a no-bake layered dessert that combines the creaminess of whipped mascarpone and heavy cream with the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries, blueberries, and a touch of honey. This show-stopping treat is perfectly balanced with crunchy granola infused with lemon zest and a drizzle of smooth dark chocolate for an irresistible finish. Ready in just 15 minutes and served chilled, "Lovely" is ideal for entertaining or as an everyday indulgence. With its vibrant layers and delightful textures, this crowd-pleaser is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for quick desserts, fruit-based treats, or no-bake recipe seekers, "Lovely" will charm your taste buds with every spoonful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams mascarpone cheese
- 120 ml heavy cream
- 50 grams powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 200 grams fresh strawberries
- 100 grams blueberries
- 100 grams granola
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 30 grams dark chocolate
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip the mixture with an electric mixer or a whisk until smooth and fluffy. Set aside.
Wash and slice the strawberries into thin pieces. Keep the blueberries whole. Set the fruits aside in separate bowls.
In a small bowl, mix the granola with 1 tablespoon of honey and the lemon zest. Stir until evenly coated.
Grate or finely chop the dark chocolate and set it aside for garnish.
Take 4 serving glasses or jars and begin layering. Start with a spoonful of the mascarpone mixture at the bottom.
Add a layer of granola mixture, followed by a few slices of strawberries and a sprinkle of blueberries.
Repeat the layers until the glasses are filled, finishing with a dollop of the mascarpone mixture on top.
Drizzle the remaining honey over the top layer and sprinkle the grated dark chocolate as a garnish.
Chill the assembled dessert in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Serve chilled and enjoy your ‘Lovely’ dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.3 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.7 g | 404% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.9 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 136.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 491 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1256 mg | 27% | |
*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.
