Peaches and Mascarpone
Indulge in the elegance of "Peaches and Mascarpone," a quick and sophisticated dessert that beautifully balances fresh, juicy peaches with the creamy richness of mascarpone cheese. This recipe, ready in just 20 minutes, combines caramelized peaches with a luscious blend of mascarpone, honey, cinnamon, and vanilla, creating an irresistible medley of flavors. Topped with a sprinkle of crushed pistachios for crunch and a drizzle of honey for added sweetness, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a perfect summertime treat or an effortless yet impressive dinner party dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole ripe peaches
- 200 grams mascarpone cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons crushed pistachios
- 2 teaspoons sugar (optional, for caramelization)
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for cooking peaches)
Instructions
Wash and halve the peaches, removing the pits. Optionally, you can peel them if desired.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. If you wish to caramelize the peaches, sprinkle the cut sides lightly with sugar.
Melt the butter in the skillet and place the peaches cut side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until slightly golden and softened. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, honey, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Whisk gently until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
Spoon a dollop of the mascarpone mixture onto the center of each peach half.
Sprinkle the peaches with crushed pistachios for crunch and garnish.
Drizzle a little more honey over the top for added sweetness if desired.
Serve immediately, either warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your elegant 'Peaches and Mascarpone' dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
364 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.0 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 375 mg | 8% | |
*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.
