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Homemade Mascarpone

A simple and rich homemade mascarpone cheese made with just cream and lemon juice, perfect for desserts and savory dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Cheese, Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 365
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream Use fresh cream for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Pour cream into a heavy bottom saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Clip a candy thermometer to the pot, ensuring that the probe touches the cream.
  3. Cook, stirring frequently to prevent scorching, until the cream reaches 190 degrees F.
  4. Add the lemon juice and stir to combine.
  5. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes, maintaining the temperature at 190 degrees F, until the mixture thickens.
  6. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
  7. Line a fine mesh sieve with cheesecloth over a bowl and transfer the thickened cream into the sieve.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
  9. Use a spatula to scrape the mascarpone into an airtight container.
  10. Cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

For best flavor and texture, use within one week. Freezing is not ideal as it changes the texture.