Homemade Mascarpone Cheese

Homemade Mascarpone Cheese

Chef John makes homemade mascarpone cheese using only two ingredients. Perfect used in desserts like cheesecake, or as a spread.

Preparation Time
5 mins
Cooking Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Calories
118 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Pour heavy cream into a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Bring cream to 185 to 190 degrees F (85 to 88 degrees C) over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Step 2
Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in lemon juice. Cook, stirring, for 3 minutes, maintaining the temperature at 185 to 190 degrees F (85 to 88 degrees C), then turn off the heat. The mixture should coat the back of a spoon.
Step 3
Whisk well and let cool for 30 minutes.
Step 4
Transfer into a clean towel-lined strainer. Cover top with plastic wrap, pressing down gently onto the surface of the cream, and let cool to room temperature, 20 to 30 minutes more.
Step 5
Chill in a refrigerator for 8 hours, or overnight.
Step 6
Remove plastic wrap and store in a sealed container or use immediately.
Step 7
Gather all ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 cups heavy cream

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