Name: Mascarpone Filling
Yield: Makes about 2 cups
Ingredients: 1 cup mascarpone, room temperature; Pinch of kosher salt; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/3 cup powdered sugar

Christopher Testani

Be careful not to overbeat or your filling will curdle. This is perfect for our Bûche de Noël.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes about 2 cups

Ingredients

1 cup mascarpone, room temperature

Pinch of kosher salt

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/3 cup powdered sugar

Preparation

Step 1
Using an electric mixer on low speed, beat mascarpone and salt in a large bowl. With motor running, gradually pour in cream. Increase speed to medium and beat in powdered sugar. Continue beating until mixture forms medium peaks.
Do Ahead
Step 2
Filling can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before using.

TagsMascarpone Cheese Dairy Gluten Free Nut Free Make Ahead No-Cook Electric Mixer Christmas Bon Appétit

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