Amaretto Creme Recipe

Indulge in this effortlessly elegant Amaretto Creme! This no-bake dessert is surprisingly simple to make, yet sophisticated enough for any dinner party. The creamy mascarpone cheese is perfectly balanced by the bright zest of lemon, creating a rich yet refreshingly light dessert that's not overly sweet. For a lighter option, try using low-fat mascarpone. Prepare to impress your guests with this stunningly simple treat!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 293.1 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Amaretto Creme

  • 1 (8 ounce) container mascarpone cheese
  • 1 (6 ounce) container low-fat lemon yogurt
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • Lemon, Juice Of
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 6 amaretti cookies, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons amaretto liqueur
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder, for dusting
  • fresh berries (for garnish, if desired)

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How to Make Amaretto Creme

  1. In a large bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until well combined.
  3. Add the Amaretto and lemon zest, mixing until incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until just combined.
  6. Add the lemon juice and stir gently.
  7. Divide the mixture among individual serving glasses or a larger dish.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to chill.
  9. Before serving, garnish with fresh berries if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

61g

Fat

74g

Carbs

5g

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