Roasted Strawberries with Mascarpone Cream

Ingredients

Roasted Strawberries:

• 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
• 2 tbsp Dark Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of sea salt

Mascarpone Cream:

• 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese (room temp)
• 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, toss strawberries with the Dark Chocolate Balsamic, honey, vanilla, and salt. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
3. Roast strawberries for 15 minutes until softened and syrupy, stirring once halfway through.
4. Make the Mascarpone Cream: In a bowl, whisk mascarpone, cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy. Chill until ready to serve.
5. Spoon roasted strawberries (with their syrup!) into serving bowls. Top with a generous dollop of mascarpone cream.
6. Optional garnish: shaved chocolate, fresh mint, or crushed nuts.
7. Excellent over pound cake, waffles, or ice cream!