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How to make Mascarpone Cheese

BY :Bebs | Published: 10/26/ 2019 | Updated:10/29/ 2019 | 22 Comments

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Having a difficult time finding mascarpone cheese? Learn how to make it at home instead. It is so easy.

Mascarpone

 

I've been wanting to make Tiramisu and I've got all that is needed to make it as authentic as possible (sans the raw egg yolk part). Except I don't have mascarpone cheese! It was not a problem when we were in Germany but the chances of finding it here in the Philippines are very slim.

We searched high and low and finally found one in S&R (PH Costco) but we were aghast at the preposterous price!!! In the end, we decided to just make our own. Good thing we did because it was so easy!

Now I can make Tiramisu anytime I want, especially with my 15-minute Tiramisu recipe.

What is Mascarpone Cheese?

Mascarpone is a kind of fresh cheese made by coagulated cream. It is the Italian version of cream cheese. It originated from the Northern part of Italy, Lombard. Popularly used for making the world-famous Italian dessert, Tiramisu. It is also used for many other delicious desserts and creamy savory dishes and soups.

Mascarpone vs. Cream Cheese

While mascarpone is Italian, cream cheese is American.  They are both cream-white in color, smooth and spreadable. But mascarpone is a little lighter in texture. As for the taste, mascarpone is slightly sweeter and creamier while cream cheese is more on the tangier side.

The main difference is the butterfat content: mascarpone has 60-75 percent and cream cheese from 33 percent but the moisture of 55 percent or less. The first is made from wholly from heavy cream the latter is a combination of milk and cream.

How to make your own Mascarpone?

To make Mascarpone, you will need only two ingredients: heavy cream and an acidic coagulant such as lemon juice, citric acid or vinegar.

  1. Bring heavy cream to a simmer at 80°C/175°F. How to make Mascarpone
  2. Add lemon juice. Simmer for another 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool down.How to make Mascarpone
  3. Transfer cream to a colander lined with cheesecloth with a bowl under it to catch the excess liquids.How to make Mascarpone
  4. Place in the fridge overnight. How to make Mascarpone

 

Mascarpone Cheese

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Homemade Mascarpone Cheese

5 from 2 votes
Learn how to make your own mascarpone cheese at home. It is so easy and needs only two ingredients.
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
Course :Dessert
Servings =1 cup
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Ingredients
 

  • 300 ml heavy cream
  • ½ tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Bring heavy cream to a simmer at 80°C/175°F. 
  • Add lemon juice. Simmer for another 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let it cool down.
  • Transfer cream to a colander lined with cheesecloth with a bowl under it to catch the excess liquids. Place in the fridge overnight. 

Nutrition

Calories: 1037kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 6gFat: 111gSaturated Fat: 69gCholesterol: 411mgSodium: 114mgPotassium: 225mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 4410IUVitamin C: 4.7mgCalcium: 195mg
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  1. Camille says

    July 11, 2021 at 11:23 pm

    Hello! How many cups or grams can you yield from this recipe? 🙂

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    • Bebs says

      July 13, 2021 at 10:16 am

      Hi, Camille, I was able to make 1 cup (stated in the recipe box) from it but it can be more or less depending on the fat content of the heavy cream you will use.

      Reply
  2. Jennifer says

    April 26, 2021 at 3:37 pm

    Can i use all purpose cream instead of heavy cream

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    • Bebs says

      May 15, 2021 at 3:02 am

      I have not tried it with all-purpose cream so I am not sure if it will work.

      Reply
  3. Sheila Dela Rosa says

    February 11, 2021 at 9:09 pm

    He Beb,

    Its me again lol. Can the homemade mascarpone cheese be used to make the classic/traditional tiramisu?

    Thanks

    Reply
    • Bebs says

      February 12, 2021 at 5:33 pm

      Of course, you can!😉

      Reply
  4. Evelyn says

    November 26, 2020 at 4:58 pm

    5 stars
    Hi, can I use the same amt of apple cider vinegar to replace lemon juice?

    Reply
    • Bebs says

      May 01, 2021 at 12:31 pm

      Yes, you can Evelyn.

      Reply
  5. Kristine says

    October 17, 2020 at 12:04 am

    Hi Bebs!I am glad that there's alternative in making mascarpone. Can I use 27%(Bunge) fat cream,instead of the 36% Anchor whipping Cream?I cannot amchor brand.Thanks!

    Reply
    • Bebs says

      May 01, 2021 at 12:02 am

      Hi Kristine, I am not sure but I think it should work. Maybe you will not get as many curds as when you use higher fat content whipping cream though.

      Reply
  6. Grace says

    August 19, 2020 at 3:57 pm

    Can i double the recipe? Thank you

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    • Bebs says

      November 15, 2020 at 12:10 am

      Sure you can, Grace.

      Reply
  7. Gina says

    August 09, 2020 at 8:02 pm

    Hello, can i use calamansi extract instead of lemon juice? 🙂 will any whipping cream do to substitute for the heavy cream?

    Reply
    • Bebs says

      November 14, 2020 at 1:54 am

      Yes and yes, Gina.

      Reply
  8. Emma says

    April 30, 2020 at 2:49 pm

    Hello! What can I substitute for cheesecloth? Can I use coffee filter?

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    • Bebs says

      May 01, 2020 at 12:51 am

      Hi Emma, I am not sure if it will not break if soak overnight. If you have a clean old thin cotton t-shirt, you can use that.

      Reply
  9. Alma says

    October 28, 2019 at 1:31 am

    Hi ano specific brand ng heavy cream ang ginamit mo?salamat po

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    • Bebs says

      October 28, 2019 at 8:20 am

      Hi Alma, I used Anchor whipping cream.

      Reply
      • Kim onguda says

        August 15, 2020 at 7:42 pm

        5 stars
        Hi! May I ask if I can use non dairy whipping cream such as ever whip? Thank you so much

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        • Bebs says

          November 14, 2020 at 1:58 am

          I am not sure if it will work with non-dairy.

          Reply
  10. Vanessa says

    October 27, 2019 at 7:19 pm

    Thanks for this recipe. Can't wait to try it! Can you give the volume of the lemon juice in ml or tbsp/ cups? Even an estimate will do. It just that lemons come in different sizes here in Fiji. Thanks again. 🙂

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    • Bebs says

      October 27, 2019 at 8:26 pm

      Hi Vanessa, so sorry, it was actually a typo, you only need a half tablespoon of lemon juice.

      Reply

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