Mixed Berry & Espresso Mascarpone Mini Parfaits

Prep: 15 mins, plus 30-40 mins to defrost berries

Serves: 12

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This is a lovely petite sweet for easy entertaining and you don't have to be seated to eat it

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Mixed Berry & Espresso Mascarpone Mini Parfaits

Ingredients:

600g Creative Gourmet Organic Mixed Berries

250g tub mascarpone

2 tablespoons icing sugar

300ml cream, whipped

1 tablespoon strong espresso coffee, cooled

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

50g dark chocolate, grated

Method:

Place berries in a single layer onto a tray. Set aside for 30-40 minutes or until just defrosted
Beat mascarpone, icing sugar and vanilla in a bowl until light and creamy. Fold through whipped cream and espresso coffee
Spoon mascarpone mixture and berries in 12 small serving glasses. Sprinkle with chocolate and serve

Tips & Hints:

If preferred, make 6 large parfaits, layering ingredients in tall serving glasses.
The mascarpone mixture can be made a few hours in advance and stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
Buy a short black espresso coffee from your favourite barista to use in the recipe. Add a little extra coffee for a stronger coffee flavour.