Summer Mascarpone Cream

Summer Mascarpone Cream Delight

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients:

For the Main Dish:

• 1 loaf store-bought pound cake
• 1 quart fresh strawberries (sliced or halved)

For the Lemon Mascarpone Cream:

• 2 cups whipping cream
• 8 ounce container mascarpone cheese
• 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• ½ cup lemon curd
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest

Directions:

1. Prepare the Lemon Mascarpone Cream:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of whipping cream, an 8-ounce container of mascarpone cheese, 8 ounces of room temperature cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar, ½ cup of lemon curd, and 2 teaspoons of lemon zest.
   • Use a hand mixer to blend the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Set aside.
2. Assemble the Dessert:
   • Take 8-ounce mason jars and start by adding a layer of fresh strawberries at the bottom.
   • Add a scoop of the lemon mascarpone cream on top of the strawberries, piping it in for a neat presentation.
   • Slice the pound cake into 2-inch pieces, then cut each piece into thirds.
   • Layer the pound cake slices over the cream in the mason jars.
   • Add another scoop of the lemon mascarpone cream on top of the pound cake.
   • Garnish with more fresh strawberries to create a vibrant and appealing finish.

This delightful Summer Mascarpone Cream dessert is perfect for warm days when you crave something light, creamy, and fruity. The combination of the tart lemon mascarpone cream with the sweet strawberries and rich pound cake creates a harmony of flavors that will leave your taste buds singing. Serve these charming mason jar desserts at your next gathering, and watch them disappear in no time!

Enjoy the burst of summer flavors with every bite of this refreshing and elegant dessert!

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