Creamy Mascarpone Layered Dessert (Printable Version)

Velvety mascarpone cream layered with milk-soaked sponge and topped with chocolate and berries.

# What You Need:

→ Cream

01 - 8.8 oz mascarpone cheese
02 - 6.8 fl oz heavy cream
03 - 2.1 oz powdered sugar
04 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

→ Base

05 - 12 ladyfinger biscuits or soft sponge cake slices
06 - 3.4 fl oz milk

→ Topping

07 - 2 tbsp grated dark chocolate
08 - Fresh berries (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Whisk together mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl until smooth and slightly thickened.
02 - Briefly dip ladyfinger biscuits in milk and arrange them at the bottom of a serving dish or individual cups.
03 - Spread half of the mascarpone cream mixture evenly over the biscuit layer.
04 - Place a second layer of dipped ladyfinger biscuits over the cream.
05 - Cover the second biscuit layer with the remaining cream mixture and smooth the surface.
06 - Sprinkle grated dark chocolate on top and refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to set.
07 - Optionally decorate with fresh berries before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The velvety layers of mascarpone and sponge cake melt together in a way that feels like sharing a cozy moment with a close friend
  • It's incredibly easy to make yet impressively elegant, perfect for both weeknight treats and special occasions
02 -
  • Do not soak the ladyfingers for too long or they become soggy and lose texture
  • Whipping the cream mixture just until thickened keeps it light and airy rather than dense
03 -
  • Whip the cream mixture until it's just thickened to avoid overbeating and separating
  • The quality of mascarpone really transforms this dessert—choose the best you can find

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