STRAWBERRIES WITH VANILLA MASCARPONE AND BALSAMIC DRIZZLE

Strawberries with Vanilla Mascarpone and Balsamic Drizzle image

Fresh strawberries shine in this simple, but sophisticated delicacy. The balsamic vinegar syrup add an interesting sweet-savory quality to the dessert.-Cathy McInnes, Randolph, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup Mascarpone cheese
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pound fresh strawberries, sliced

Steps:

In a small saucepan, bring sugar and vinegar to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to 1/4 cup, about 2 minutes., In a small bowl, combine the cheese, confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Divide strawberries among four dessert plates. Top with cheese mixture; drizzle with balsamic mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591 calories, Fat 52g fat (28g saturated fat), Cholesterol 140mg cholesterol, Sodium 65mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.