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Raspberry Rosewater Mascarpone Crostini of Love
A truly romantic bite, this crostini features a creamy, subtly sweet mascarpone spread infused with delicate rosewater. Topped with fresh, tart raspberries and a hint of bright lemon zest, it's the perfect light dessert or appetizer to share with your beloved.
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Ingredients
- •baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- •tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- •oz mascarpone cheese, softened
- •tbsp powdered sugar
- •1/2-tsp lemon zest
- •cup fresh raspberries
- •tsp lemon zest
- •tsp finely chopped pistachios (for garnish)
Prep Steps
- 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with melted butter and toast on a baking sheet for 8 minutes
- 2minutes, or until golden and crisp. Let cool completely.
- 3In a small bowl, combine the softened mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and rosewater. Mix gently until just combined and smooth.
- 4Spread a generous layer of the rosewater mascarpone mixture onto each cooled crostini.
- 5Gently top each crostini with 3
- 6fresh raspberries and a light sprinkle of lemon zest.
- 7Garnish with a pinch of finely chopped pistachios just before serving for added color and crunch.
Chef's Tip & Pairing
Pair this sweet treat with a sparkling rosé or a Moscato d'Asti; the light effervescence and subtle sweetness will complement the tart raspberries and floral rosewater beautifully.
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