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Baked mascarpone and blueberry dessert

Baked mascarpone and blueberry dessert

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A sugar-free yet deliciously decadent low carb dessert with only three ingredients. It doesn't get simpler than this! This low carb dessert recipe is from a collaboration with the celebrated low carb chef Pascale Naessens.
March 16 2021 recipe by , photo by , nutritional review by in Recipes, Dessert

Baked mascarpone and blueberry dessert

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A sugar-free yet deliciously decadent low carb dessert with only three ingredients. It doesn't get simpler than this! This low carb dessert recipe is from a collaboration with the celebrated low carb chef Pascale Naessens.
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2 servingservings

Ingredients

  • 2 2 egg yolkegg yolks
  • 7 oz. (4โ„5 cup) 200 g (200 ml) mascarpone cheese
  • 3ยฝ oz. (2โ„3 cup) 100 g (160 ml) fresh blueberries
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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 ยฐF (180 ยฐC).
  2. Separate the eggs into yolks and whites. Only the yolks are needed for this recipe. You can save the whites for another recipe if you wish.
  3. Mix the egg yolks with the mascarpone, and stir in the blueberries.
  4. Spoon the mixture into (6 oz., 180 ml) ramekins, or small, ovenproof dishes. Bake on the middle rack for 15 - 20 minutes, or until semi-firm, and lightly browned (See tip).
  5. Let cool slightly, before serving. This dish can also be prepared in advance and served cold.

Tips

Baking times will vary, depending upon the size of the baking dishes.

If you prefer your dessert a little sweeter, you can add xylitol or erythritol.

You could also add some vanilla, a pinch of salt, and/or lemon zest for more flavor.

Feel free to replace the blueberries with another low-carb berry such as strawberries, or raspberries.

Diet Doctorโ€™s recipe team has slightly adjusted this recipe to follow our guidelines. Youโ€™ll find the original recipe in Pascaleโ€™s cookbook, "The Keto Cure".

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11 comments

  1. 1
    Gudrun
    March 29 2021
    This looks soo good. Must give it a try!!
  2. 2
    JANET
    March 29 2021
    That looks yummy! I just got blueberries the other day but I donโ€™t have any mascarpone. Told myself I wasnโ€™t shopping till thereโ€™s more fridge and freezer space! Any way, would sour cream work instead of mascarpone?
  3. 3
    Christine
    April 4 2021
    This was really very nice. I did find that I had to cook it for longer and at higher temperature than the recipe called for, but my oven is not the hottest and I had doubled the recipe and put it in one dish. I also added some zest of lemon as suggested in the recipe Tips section and would recommend doing that, made it extra special.
    Reply: #4
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    Reply to comment #3 by Christine
    Kerry Merritt Team Diet Doctor
    April 4 2021

    This was really very nice. I did find that I had to cook it for longer and at higher temperature than the recipe called for, but my oven is not the hottest and I had doubled the recipe and put it in one dish. I also added some zest of lemon as suggested in the recipe Tips section and would recommend doing that, made it extra special.

    Great! So glad you enjoyed it!

  5. 5
    Jill
    April 28 2021
    I made these on the spur of the moment after I saw a post, luckily had the ingredients in. They were quick to make & we loved them!
    just satisfied a little dessert desire after dinner! I cooked them in silicone muffin cases as I had no ramekins handy & got six muffin size out of the recipe for two people, we will be doing these as a regular I can see them being a firm favourite in our house! Thanks guys!
  6. 6
    Kate Koger
    July 3 2021
    This is my 2nd time making this but adding a little local honey and no blueberries - leaving it to cool so it's a cold pudding, rather than hot. Love this pudding it's great!
    Reply: #7
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    Reply to comment #6 by Kate Koger
    Kerry Merritt Team Diet Doctor
    July 3 2021

    This is my 2nd time making this but adding a little local honey and no blueberries - leaving it to cool so it's a cold pudding, rather than hot. Love this pudding it's great!

    So glad you love it! Just a heads up that we recommend avoiding honey, as it's pure sugar. Here's our sweetener guide for more info! https://www.dietdoctor.com/low-carb/sweeteners

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    Susan
    November 11 2021
    Been looking forward to this ever since I saw the recipe. So disappointed that it was watery/greasy. Baked for longer (as per suggestions) but was not impressed. Any ideas for firming up or drying it up?
    Reply: #9
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    Reply to comment #8 by Susan
    Kristin Parker Team Diet Doctor
    November 11 2021

    Been looking forward to this ever since I saw the recipe. So disappointed that it was watery/greasy. Baked for longer (as per suggestions) but was not impressed. Any ideas for firming up or drying it up?

    I'm sorry this didn't turn out as expected. You may wish to try a different brand of mascarpone cheese as it's the only ingredient that could lead to a watery or greasy result.

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    Wendy
    May 24 2022
    Is there a substitute for the eggs? I have an allergy.
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    nicky cheale
    April 14 2023
    This is the favourite pudding that family and friends love!
    We have only ever had it cold, with a good quality vanilla extract and a little powdered erythritol mixed in (both to taste), and when served it is almost 'custardy' in flavour... Delicious!
    Depending on our carb intake for the day, sometimes weโ€™ll make low carb shortcake biscuits for people to dip into or scoop onto. The crunchy crumbly texture compliments the smooth creamy texture....Yummy!

    Tips:
    - Just before serving dust with a little powdered erythritol (more so for decoration rather than taste).
    - Ensure a good quality mascarpone for a 'silky and creamy' pudding. (Cheaper versions do tend to come out watery)
    - Place blueberries on top of each mixture before baking and gently push under surface - this will ensure each serving has relatively equal amounts. (In our first attempt when mixing them in before adding to ramekins, one person barely had any in theirs when served)

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72%
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8%
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50 Ratings