Mascarpone



Nutrition Facts*

Based on a 2000 calorie diet per serving
Serving size: 1 tbsp (14g)
DV %

3.2
--
0.1
0
9.7
4.7
2
0.3


Calories: 63
Total Sugars: 0g
Carb.: 0.3g
Fiber: 0g
Total Fats: 6.3g
Cholesterol: 14mg
Protein: 1g
Sodium: 7.7mg
*Data provided by USDA

Mascarpone refers to a soft Italian cream cheese, made from Crème fraich, a sour cream containing 28% butterfat. However it is less sour and thicker than regular sour cream.


Mascarpone is often found in recipes that also contain whole wheat bread, strawberries and lemon zest


Substitution for 1 cup mascarpone:

4 tablespoon butter
3/4 cup cream cheese
3 tablespoon heavy cream

Combine all ingredients.

Note: Substitutions are a suggestion only and may not work well with all recipes. Use your best judgment!

See Also
  • Strawberry Bruschetta