Ingredients for Mascarpone Cheese Substitute Homemade
- Cream Cheese
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
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How to Make Mascarpone Cheese Substitute Homemade
- Place 8 ounces (227g) of regular cream cheese in a mixing bowl.
- Beat the cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy (about 1-2 minutes).
- Gradually add 4 tablespoons of granulated sugar, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whip 1/2 cup (120ml) of heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Taste and adjust sweetness as needed. Your homemade mascarpone substitute is ready to use!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
28 g
Sugar
102g
Fat
254g
Carbs
10g