No-Bake Berry Mascarpone Parfaits with Almond Crumble

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Light and airy mascarpone layered with fresh mixed berries and crunchy almond crumble create a refreshing no-bake dessert perfect for warm days. This Italian-inspired recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, layers mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 5 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, beat 8 oz mascarpone cheese with 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  2. Step 2: In a separate bowl, whip 1/2 cup heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture until fully combined and light.
  3. Step 3: In a small skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter and add 1/2 cup sliced almonds and 2 tbsp granulated sugar. Stir constantly for 3-4 minutes until the almonds are golden and caramelized, then transfer to a plate to cool.
  4. Step 4: To assemble, layer 1/3 of the mascarpone mixture into serving glasses, followed by a layer of 2/3 cup mixed berries, then sprinkle 2 tbsp almond crumble. Repeat this layering two more times, finishing with almond crumble on top.
  5. Step 5: Refrigerate the parfaits for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to chill.

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