Low Sodium Mascarpone Cream
Indulge in the silky decadence of Low Sodium Mascarpone Cream, a luxurious twist on the classic Italian dessert base that’s perfect for health-conscious foodies. Crafted with rich, low sodium mascarpone cheese, velvety heavy cream, and a hint of tangy lemon juice, this recipe delivers a smooth and creamy texture with a light yet satisfying sweetness from powdered sugar and aromatic vanilla extract. The homemade process involves gently curdling cream and blending it with melted unsalted butter for an irresistibly soft consistency, offering a healthier alternative without compromising flavor. Ideal for topping desserts, layering in tiramisu, or spreading on fresh pastries, this chilled masterpiece is ready in just 35 minutes of prep and cook time, serving up pure indulgence for six.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml Heavy cream
- 15 ml Lemon juice
- 56 grams Unsalted butter
- 227 grams Low sodium mascarpone cheese
- 50 grams Powdered sugar
- 5 ml Vanilla extract
Instructions
Pour the heavy cream into a small saucepan and heat over medium-low heat until it reaches 190°F (88°C), stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the lemon juice. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to let it curdle.
Place a fine-mesh sieve over a bowl and line it with several layers of cheesecloth.
Pour the curdled cream into the lined sieve and let it drain at room temperature for about an hour.
Meanwhile, melt the unsalted butter over low heat in a separate saucepan and let it cool to room temperature.
Once the cream has drained, transfer it into a mixing bowl and gently stir in the butter, low sodium mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours to allow it to set and thicken before using.
Serve chilled as a dessert topping, in tiramisu, or as a luscious spread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.2 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.6 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 114 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 33 mg | 1% | |
*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.
