Ingredients:
– 1 cup heavy
– 1 cup mascarpone cheese
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 cup water
– 1/2 tsp instant espresso powder
– 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
– Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream until it forms stiff peaks.
2. In another bowl, whisk together the mascarpone cheese, sugar, cocoa powder, espresso powder, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth.
3. Fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until everything is well combined.
4. Pour the mixture into a shallow freezer-safe container and place it in the freezer.
5. Every 30 minutes, take the container out of the freezer and use a fork to scrape the top and sides of the mixture, creating a -like texture.
6. Repeat this process every 30 minutes until the mixture has frozen completely and formed a granita-like texture.
7. To serve, scoop the granita into bowls or glasses and garnish with fresh berries, mint leaves, or shaved chocolate.
This recipe yields about 4-6 servings, depending on the size of your container.
The great thing about this recipe is that it can be customized to suit your taste buds. If you prefer a sweeter granita, feel free to add more sugar. If you want a stronger coffee flavor, you can increase the amount of espresso powder. You can also swap out the cocoa powder for other flavors like matcha powder or strawberry powder.
Mascarpone and chocolate granita is a fantastic dessert to make for any occasion. It is easy to prepare, can be customized to suit your taste buds, and is sure to impress your guests. The combination of creamy mascarpone cheese and rich chocolate creates a decadent and satisfying frozen dessert that is perfect for warm summer days or elegant dinner parties. So why not give this recipe a try and see for yourself how delicious it is? We guarantee that you won’t be disappointed!