Description
This incredibly easy, creamy, and luxurious mascarpone cheese dip takes just 5 minutes to make—and honestly, it's probably ready in about 4.5 minutes! No cooking, no heating, and no electric appliances are needed.
Ingredients
- 125 grams Mascarpone cheese (half a tub)
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons of milk, one at a time to make the consistency thinner, optional
- Pinch of salt or to taste
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Spices - paprika, red pepper flakes, etc. if preferrred
Instructions
Mix the Mascarpone and Sour Cream - In a medium bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese and sour cream. Use a whisk or spatula to blend them together until smooth and creamy.
Adjust Consistency - If you prefer a thinner dip, add a small dash of cream or milk and stir until the desired texture is achieved. For a thicker, spreadable dip, skip the liquid.
Finishing - Spread the dip out with the spatula or the back of a spoon. Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil, sprinkle with smoked paprika, red pepper flakes (optional) and a pinch of salt.
Feel free to add the salt and zest into the mixture before spreading, it's a personal preference and they both work.
Finish off with fresh spring onions, chopped flat leaf parsley, a little more spice, olive oil and zest. Serve with crackers and fresh veggies.
Notes
- Cream: Instead of milk
- Black Pepper: To taste, for an added touch of warmth and flavor.
- Mustard: A little mustard adds a tangy, bold twist for those who enjoy extra depth of flavor.
- Spices: Add a pinch of your favorite spices (like garlic powder, smoked paprika) we use this one.
- Fresh herbs: Chives, parsley, basil and more.
- Fresh Lemon: A squeeze of fresh lemon (taste a little first)
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: n/a
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: By Hand
- Cuisine: Italian