Description
A luscious and creamy mascarpone mousse topped with juicy roasted strawberries. This easy-to-make dessert is rich, smooth, and slightly tangy—perfect for an elegant ending to any meal.
Ingredients
- For the Roasted Strawberries:
- 2 cups strawberries, quartered
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Mascarpone Mousse:
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened
- 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Roast the Strawberries: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish. Add the strawberries, sprinkle with sugar, and drizzle with vanilla extract. Toss gently and spread in a single layer. Roast for 20–25 minutes until tender and juicy. Let cool slightly.
- Make the Mousse: In a large bowl, beat together the mascarpone, cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined.
- Assemble: Spoon or pipe the mousse into 6 dessert cups or glasses. Top with the warm or cooled roasted strawberries. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Make sure cheeses are softened for smooth blending.
- Roasted strawberries can be made ahead and stored in the fridge.
- Serve mousse chilled for a firmer texture.
- Add a touch of lemon zest for brightness in the mousse.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake + Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dessert cup
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
