Lemon Mascarpone with Cherry Syrup

Creamy lemon mascarpone topped with a warm, caramelized cherry and Kirsch syrup for a sophisticated vegetarian dessert.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 735.4 kcals 735.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 68.2 grams 68.2 grams
Fat 47.8 grams 47.8 grams
Protein 5.2 grams 5.2 grams
Cook Time
10 mins
Produces
1 person
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
50
g
Caster Sugar
approximately 4 tbsp
Dairy
10
g
Butter
a knob
Fruits
0.5
piece
Lemon
zest and juice
50
g
Tinned Cherries
handful with juice reserved
1
piece
Orange
zest only
Liquids
15
ml
Kirsch
a splash

Steps

  • Combine the mascarpone, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a bowl and mix well.
  • Heat sugar in a pan until melted and caramelized.
  • Add butter, cherries, and reserved juice then simmer for 6 to 8 minutes until reduced.
  • Stir in orange zest and Kirsch and cook for one more minute.
  • Form the mascarpone into quenelles using two spoons and place on a plate.
  • Drizzle the warm cherry syrup over the mascarpone to serve.