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Mascarpone Mousse Recipe

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Sep 06 2025

30m

Serves 6

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Make Mascarpone Mousse in just 30m. Italy's most popular dessert - The original recipe: Mascarpone Mousse, Ladyfinger, Espresso Coffee, Chocolate Shaving

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Ingredients

Mousse Ingredients

Assembly Ingredients

Preparation

Mousse Preparation

1. Prepare the Gelatin

In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let it sit for about 5 minutes to bloom.

2. Mix Mascarpone

In a large mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

3. Whip the Cream

In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.

4. Combine Mixtures

Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until well combined.

5. Melt Gelatin

Gently heat the bloomed gelatin in the microwave for about 10 seconds, then stir until fully dissolved.

6. Incorporate Gelatin

Fold the dissolved gelatin into the mascarpone mousse mixture until evenly mixed.

Assembly

7. Prepare Espresso

Brew the espresso coffee and let it cool slightly.

8. Assemble the Dessert

Dip each ladyfinger into the espresso briefly, then layer them in serving glasses. Top with a layer of mascarpone mousse.

9. Repeat Layers

Repeat the process until the glasses are filled, finishing with a layer of mascarpone mousse.

10. Chill

Refrigerate the assembled desserts for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.

11. Garnish and Serve

Before serving, top with chocolate shavings for garnish.

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