Mascarpone Cheese

Mascarpone Cheese

16 servings
Make my easy mascarpone cheese recipe with just 2 ingredients!

Ingredients

  • heavy cream
    2 c
  • lemon juice
    1 ½ tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    In a medium saucepan, bring the heavy cream to a simmer over medium to medium-low heat. Heat the cream slowly to prevent it from boiling and scorching.

  2. 2

    After the cream starts simmering, add the lemon juice and simmer for 5 minutes more, until it begins to thicken. Stir occasionally with a silicone spatula. Maintain a temperature of 180-190 degrees F (82-88 degrees C) while simmering.

  3. 3

    Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow to cool for 45-60 minutes, until room temperature.

  4. 4

    Place a fine mesh sieve lined with a nut milk bag or cheesecloth over a bowl and pour the mixture into the lined sieve. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or overnight.

  5. 5

    Remove the mascarpone cheese from the lined sieve and discard any liquid in the bowl.

  6. 6

    Store the mascarpone cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Mascarpone Cheese

Mascarpone Cheese

4.9(10)545 min16 servings102 cal

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About this Recipe

Imagine creating rich, creamy mascarpone cheese right in your own kitchen – it's far simpler than you think. This easy recipe allows you to craft velvety, authentic mascarpone with just two basic ingredients, elevating your desserts and savory dishes to a new level.

What makes this mascarpone recipe truly special is its effortless elegance. By combining just heavy cream and lemon juice, you unlock a simple chemical transformation that yields a homemade product far superior in freshness and flavor to many store-bought varieties. It's a testament to how humble ingredients can create something truly luxurious.

When you taste this homemade mascarpone, expect a wonderfully rich and exceptionally smooth texture that melts on your tongue. It offers a delicate, subtly sweet flavor with just a hint of tang from the lemon, perfectly balancing its creamy richness. This is a versatile condiment, perfect for elevating everything from classic Italian desserts to simple fruit tarts, or even enriching savory sauces. While the total process takes over nine hours, most of that is inactive setting time, leaving you with minimal hands-on effort for a truly gourmet result. With 102 calories per 16-serving yield, a little goes a long way to add incredible indulgence.

Once you’ve made this simple mascarpone, its versatility shines. For a sweet application, whisk in a touch of vanilla extract or a hint of citrus zest. For savory uses, consider folding in fresh herbs like chives or a pinch of black pepper. You can also experiment with using it as a decadent spread on toast, a dollop on fresh berries, or as the creamy base for your favorite tiramisu recipe.

Serve this exquisite homemade mascarpone chilled, showcasing its rich texture and delicate flavor. It's a fantastic addition to elegant dinner parties, a comforting treat for weekend baking projects, or a luxurious spread for a relaxed brunch.

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