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Chocolate Mascarpone Frosting Recipe

Chocolate Mascarpone Frosting Recipe

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  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 8 minutes
  • Yield: Enough to frost one 9-inch cake or 12 cupcakes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Mixing, Whipping
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Chocolate Mascarpone Frosting. Perfect for topping cakes or cupcakes, this frosting is a decadent delight for any chocolate lover.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 1/3 cup (35g/1.2 oz.) unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed)
  • 2/3 cup (80g) powdered sugar

Wet Ingredients:

  • 250 g/8 oz. cold mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup (240 ml) cold heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Sift Dry Ingredients: Sift cocoa powder and powdered sugar together.
  2. Mix Mascarpone Cheese and Dry Ingredients: In a mixer, combine mascarpone cheese, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar until well mixed.
  3. Add Heavy Cream: Gradually pour in the cold heavy cream and whip until stiff peaks form.
  4. Frosting: Use immediately to frost your cake or cupcakes.

Notes

  • This frosting is best used fresh and is not ideal for make-ahead preparations.
  • Ensure all ingredients are cold for the best consistency.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 60
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg