MASCARPONE-BRANDY CREAM

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Mascarpone cream is used in a lot of traditional Italian desserts, such as tiramisu, or it is served beside a slice of panettone at Christmas time. Try it in trifle or with a slice of sponge cake - it's divine!

Provided by PaolaAlbanesi

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 eggs, separated
7 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon brandy
2 (8 ounce) containers mascarpone cheese
¾ cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Combine egg yolks and sugar in a large bowl; beat using an electric mixer until frothy and pale. Add brandy and mascarpone cheese. Continue beating until mixture becomes firm, about 5 minutes.
  • Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until stiff peaks form. Beat cream in a separate chilled glass or metal bowl using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gently fold egg whites and whipped cream into mascarpone mixture with a spatula or wooden spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 202.9 mg, Fat 37 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Sodium 77 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

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