Strawberries are traditionally used in this Italian dessert from Trapani Italy, but given our seasonal constraints, feel free to use any fruit that appeals. This would make a nice treat for Valentine’s day.
Strawberry, Mascarpone, and Marsala Budini
Budini is Italian for puddings or parfaits.
Makes 6 servings
Ingredients
1 8-ounce container mascarpone cheese
- 6 tablespoons sweet Marsala (preferably imported)
- 3 tablespoons whipping cream
- 3 cups sliced hulled strawberries (about 15 ounces)
- 2 1/4 cups coarsely crumbled amaretti cookies (Italian macaroons; about 4 1/2 ounces)
Directions
Combine mascarpone, 3 tablespoons Marsala, and cream in medium bowl. Stir gently until well blended.
Combine strawberries, remaining 3 tablespoons Marsala in another medium bowl; toss to blend. Cover mascarpone and berry mixtures; refrigerate 30 minutes.
Place 2 tablespoons crumbled cookies in each of 6 champagne goblets. Divide strawberry mixture with juices among the goblets.
Top berries with mascarpone mixture, then remaining cookies. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.
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