🧀 Dairy & eggs · Fresh cheese

Mascarpone

Very rich, sweet mascarpone cream, silky and subtly sweet.

Fresh Italian white cheese, with a creamy and unctuous texture. Mild and delicate, slightly sweet flavor. A key ingredient in Mediterranean pastry, particularly in desserts and sweet preparations.

Mascarpone

Best pairings

Classic · the proven matchAroma bridge · a shared aroma links themContrast · opposites balance out
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In the kitchen

Baked sweet dessertPastry fillingCreamy sauceTiramisuCream for fruit

Signature dishes

ZabaglioneItalian Desserts

Substitutes

FAQ

What goes with mascarpone?

Mascarpone pairs especially well with coffee, white pepper, chocolate, marsala and strawberry. Coffee and mascarpone, the tiramisu.

What can I substitute for mascarpone?

If you don't have it, try: ricotta, goat cheese, greek yogurt.