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Philly Cheesesteak Pasta

Chestnut Mascarpone Verrine

Try creamy Chestnut Mascarpone Verrine for dessert after your savory Philly Cheesesteak Pasta. This easy no-bake treat is like a hug in a glass.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g mascarpone cheese
  • 30 cl cold heavy whipping cream
  • 250 g sweetened chestnut spread (crème de marron)
  • 100 g meringue pieces or crumbled meringue cookies
  • 1 unit vanilla bean
  • to taste sugar (optional, depending on your sweet tooth)

Equipment

  • Electric hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Two mixing bowls (one chillable)
  • Rubber spatula or large spoon
  • 4-6 small glasses or jars for serving
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Chill your mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for 10 minutes.
  2. Pour the very cold heavy cream into the chilled bowl and whip until soft peaks form.
  3. In a separate bowl, add the mascarpone and scrape the seeds from the vanilla bean into it.
  4. Stir in the chestnut spread until blended into a caramel-colored cream.
  5. Fold in one-third of the whipped cream to loosen the chestnut mixture, then gently fold in the remaining whipped cream.
  6. In serving glasses, alternate layers of the chestnut cream and meringue pieces, finishing with meringue on top.
  7. Cover the verrines with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 8mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This dessert is best enjoyed within 24 hours. The meringue softens over time, so having them assembled before serving maximizes texture. For a lighter version, substitute mascarpone with Greek yogurt or use light whipping cream.
Feel free to get creative with layers; crushed cookies or chocolate shavings can add extra flavor and texture. Make a large trifle instead of individual glasses for a party! Just ensure to layer properly for distinct layers.
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