Mascarpone Cheese

Mascarpone is a thick, soft cheese with a very high fat content. Known for its smooth, creamy to buttery texture and flavor, it can be used in sweet and savory dishes. This soft, unripened cheese is the richest of all the cream cheeses with a 60-75% fat. Mascarpone hails from the Lombardy region of Italy and dates back to the 16th century. Usually made from cow’s milk, Soft and velvety in texture with a sweet, creamy flavour, mascarpone cheese is a versatile ingredient and you can   spread on bread, or use it to thicken sauces or fold into desserts.

Mascarpone cheese is often used in both sweet and savory dishes. It’s made from the cream of cow’s milk and has a high-fat content, giving it a rich and velvety texture. What sets mascarpone cheese is its delicate flavor profile that is both mild and slightly sweet. It’s often compared to cream cheese or ricotta, but it has a distinct taste of its own. This unique taste is what makes mascarpone cheese a must-try for any food enthusiast.