Summer entertaining is all about effortless elegance, and nothing captures that quite like this homemade mascarpone cream. Light, airy, and perfectly sweet, it is quite literally summer in a bowl. 

Think of this recipe as your ultimate dessert wild card. Want a simple, show-stopping finale for a backyard dinner? Pair it with fresh, juicy berries. Looking to elevate afternoon coffee? Serve it as a dip with crisp shortbread or delicate, pillowy madeleines. You can even use it to instantly dress up a simple store-bought pound cake. It takes just minutes to whip up, but tastes like a luxury.

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, room temp

1/4 cup powdered sugar

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Beat heavy cream until foamy and thick. Beat in mascarpone until it starts stiffening. 

2. Slowly incorporate sugar. Refrigerate until serving. 

Julie's Tips: 

- Freeze the mixing bowl

- Use room temp mascarpone

- Do not overmix

Serving Suggestions: 

- Fresh berries

- Madeleine cookies

- Cake

- Shortbread and lemon curd