This post may contain affiliate sales links. Please see my full disclosure policy for details
This easy Mascarpone Whipped Cream is a thick, stabilized whipped cream made with mascarpone cheese, heavy cream and powdered sugar. Sweetened with vanilla or a citrus zest, this is the perfect whipped cream frosting for cupcakes, cakes and even tiramisu.
I can’t remember the first time I made mascarpone whipped cream, I just remember that I instantly fell in love with it.
It’s subtle flavor and creamy texture really bring to life the other flavors in your dessert because they don’t over power the dessert. My favorite way to enjoy it is with berries.
Mascarpone whipped cream is often referred to as stabilized whipped cream because it’s thicker and well, just more stable than whipped cream meaning it holds it shape much better. Another way to make stabilized whipped cream is by using powdered gelatin.
This mascarpone whipped cream makes a great frosting for cakes and cupcakes and is perfect for desserts like Tiramisu. But honestly, I’ve been known to just eat it with a spoon because it’s so dang good.
When making mascarpone whipped cream, we’re using a combination of mascarpone cheese, heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar for increased stabilization.
The powdered sugar will definitely add a bit of a sweet flavor to your whipped cream, which you may or may not like as much. Personally, I prefer it to be sweeter and that may be because I used powdered sugar in all my whipped cream recipes, so that is the way I am used to having it.
You may also enjoy adding a touch of vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste to your mascarpone whipped cream. Another way I like to flavor it is by adding some lemon or orange zest.
I even made a cinnamon honey flavored mascarpone whipped cream for this pumpkin cake that I made. It was freaking delicious!
You don’t need to get fancy with it, it’s perfectly amazing with some fruit and vanilla cupcakes, but scroll down to the end of this post for more recipe inspiration using mascarpone whipped cream.
How to make mascarpone whipped cream
- Starting with a cold bowl helps to keep the cream cold as it’s whipped. Place the mixing bowl and whisk attachment in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes to chill.
- Spoon the COLD mascarpone whipped cream into your bowl and beat on a medium-low speed (speed 3 on your stand mixer). Slowly pour in the heavy cream, allowing the mascarpone cheese to turn to a liquid consistency.
- Once that happens, increase the mixing speed to high (speed 8-10) and beat it until soft peaks form.
- Then add your powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating on low until incorporated. Then continue beating at a high speed until stiff peaks form.
- Keep your mascarpone whipped cream refrigerated, as well as any desserts that you added this too. If kept in the fridge in your bowl for too long, you may need to rewhip it, adding additional powdered sugar to re-thicken. I prefer to use it right away.
What is Mascarpone cheese?
Mascarpone is an Italian cream resembling a softer cream cheese. It has a light tangy flavor and is much less subtle tasting than a traditional cream cheese. Its creamier texture is due to the higher fat content than cream cheese.
Can I substitute cream cheese for Mascarpone?
Yes, my recommendation would be to substitute a regular full-fat cream cheese. The taste will not be quite as subtle.
What brand of Mascarpone cheese do you use?
In my humble opinion, not all brands of mascarpone are created equally. I’ve purchased a variety of brands, and some have had a waterier consistency than others. The ones that are more watery do not tend to produce as stiff a texture I am looking for with a whipped cream.
My preferred brands are BelGioioso and Vermont Creamery.
Where do I find mascarpone cheese?
You can find it in the deli section of your grocery stores, usually near the hummus and other fancy cheeses.
I have found that Whole Foods tends to actually have decently priced options for mascarpone cheese as well.
Follow Beyond Frosting:
Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram
If you love no-bake recipes, be sure to check out my cookbook, No-Bake Treats!
Mascarpone Whipped Cream
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 cups
Print Recipe
Pin RecipeDescription
Mascarpone Whipped Cream is a thick, more stable whipped cream made with mascarpone cheese, heavy cream and powdered sugar. Sweetened with vanilla or a citrus zest, this is the perfect topping for cupcakes, cakes and even tiramisu.
Ingredients
For 12-18 cupcakes:
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, cold
- 1 1/4 cup (296 ml) heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup (65 g) powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
For a 3 layer cakes (makes approximately 4 cups)
- 16 ounces mascarpone cheese, cold
- 2 ½ cup (592ml) heavy whipping cream
- 1 ¼ cup (163g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place the mixing bowl and whisk attachment in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes to chill.
- Spoon the COLD mascarpone cream into your bowl and beat on a medium-low speed (speed 3 on your stand mixer). Slowly pour in the heavy cream, allowing the mascarpone cheese to turn to a liquid consistency.
- Then increase the mixing speed to high (speed 8-10) and beat it until soft peaks form.
- Next, add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating on low until sugar is incorporated. Then continue beating at a high speed until stiff peaks form.
Notes
- This is best prepared and used right away. I don’t recommend preparing in advance.
- If kept in the fridge in your bowl for too long, you may need to rewhip it, adding additional powdered sugar to re-thicken.
- Keep your mascarpone whipped cream refrigerated, as well as any desserts that you added this too.
- Great to flavor with citrus zests or extracts
- My preferred brands are BelGioioso and Vermont Creamery, I find they produce the best results
- Category: Frosting
- Method: Mixed
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Mascarpone frosting, cake frosting recipe, easy frosting recipe, cream cheese frosting recipe, whipped cream frosting, whipped cream recipe,
Recipes using Mascarpone Whipped Cream
Lemon Blueberry Mascarpone Layer Cake
good recipe, but I think there may be a typo in step #2. You say add the mascarpone whipped cream to the bowl; however, I think you may mean: mascarpone cheese.
Ah yes, thanks Dianne! It’s fixed
Can you add color to this frosting? If yes at what stage and what kind of food coloring works best?
I have not done it myself but I believe others have. I would add the color in the beginning with the liquid heavy cream for the best results.
Can you use an electric mixer if you don’t have a stand up mixer
You sure can, just make sure you get a spatula in the bottom of the bowl and mix it together, then rewhip to ensure everything is evenly whipped.
Adding a Tbls of dry milk powder helps stabilize whipped cream and it lasts longer in the bowl.
Thanks Diane! I’ve never tried that!
Can you freeze this cake once frosted? Will the frosting hold up afterwards for travel?
Hi Laura, I have not done it myself but I know others who have done it successfully.
This is absolutely the best frosting ever! Very easy to make and tastes amazing. I used it to frost a birthday cake for my granddaughter. I like the fact that it not super sweet like a buttercreme and holds up well for piping. This will be my new “go to” frosting!
★★★★★
Awesome Ro! Thank you so much for sharing this feedback!