Creamy mascarpone & orange dessert: A twist on tiramisu

This simple recipe for a dessert with mascarpone and oranges is a hit at family gatherings and afternoon snacks with friends. It’s creamy, light, and perfectly sweet, making it appealing to all guests. Additionally, it turns out perfectly every time, even for those who don't usually engage in dessert-making.

Italian, creamy mascarpone cheese combined with cream and oranges transforms into a dessert that quickly rivals even the iconic tiramisu. The addition of fruit introduces a light, fresh note. This dessert is perfect for wintry weather, spring rainy days, or warm summer afternoons. It’s suitable for both special occasions and days when you're simply craving a delicious afternoon snack.

This dessert is best served in individual glass dishes. You can use a special pastry bag or a regular spoon to make the cream look aesthetically pleasing in the container.

Ingredients:

            
• 5 oranges
• 20 oz heavy cream (36%)
• 10.5 oz mascarpone cheese
• 4.2 oz sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1.8 oz cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Decoration:

    
• Orange pieces
• Orange zest
• Fresh mint

Preparation:

Step 1. Cut the oranges in half and squeeze out the juice. Set aside half of it and add the cornstarch to it. Mix well.

Step 2. Crack the eggs into a pot, add the vanilla extract and sugar, and mix thoroughly. Pour in the other half of the juice (without cornstarch) and heat. Then add the juice with cornstarch and cook until a thick pudding forms. Set aside to cool.

Step 3. Pour the chilled cream into a bowl and whip it. Towards the end of whipping, add the mascarpone cheese one spoon at a time, along with the cooled orange cream.

Step 4. Transfer the finished cream to glass dishes. Decorate with orange zest, fruits, and fresh mint. Enjoy!