Mascarpone Filled Panettone: The Easiest Christmas Dessert Recipe
This no-bake dessert combines creamy mascarpone cheese with your choice of liqueur for a rich, indulgent filling. Perfect for last-minute guests or when you’re short on time, this recipe requires only a handful of ingredients you likely already have on hand.
Ingredients
- 1 Classic Italian Panettone Cake
- 500 g Mascarpone cheese
- 100 g Icing sugar or more to taste
- 1 small glass of Marsala liqueur or Cognac or Rum or 1–2 tablespoons of orange syrup for non-alcoholic version
Instructions
- Start by carefully removing the top of your panettone. Hollow out the inside, leaving about a 2 cm border around the edges and bottom.
- Cut the removed bread into small cubes and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and your choice of liqueur (Marsala, rum, or cognac). Mix until smooth and creamy. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the liqueur with orange syrup.
- Gently fold the panettone cubes into the mascarpone mixture.
- Spoon this delicious filling back into the hollowed-out panettone, using your hands or a spoon to ensure it’s evenly distributed.
- Replace the top, and your indulgent treat is ready to serve!
- For best results, refrigerate your filled Panettone for at least two hours before serving. This will help the filling set and make it easier to slice. When ready, cut into wedges and enjoy your perfectly assembled mascarpone filled Panettone!