Description
Limoncello Mascarpone Profiteroles are a light and airy dessert that brings a burst of summer flavor to any occasion. Each delicate pastry puff is filled with creamy mascarpone infused with zesty limoncello, creating an irresistible treat that will delight your guests. Perfect for celebrations or cozy gatherings, these profiteroles are easy to make and sure to leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup water
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup limoncello
- 1/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a saucepan, combine water and butter over medium heat until melted. Stir in flour until it forms a ball.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then add eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
- Pipe small mounds onto parchment-lined baking sheets; bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- For the filling, mix mascarpone, limoncello, and sugar until creamy. Fill cooled profiteroles generously.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 profiterole (30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg