Amore al Caramello – Chocolate Caramel Love

Ingredients

• 5.3 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 0.33 cup granulated sugar
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tsp sea salt flakes
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 6 oz mascarpone cheese
• fresh raspberries, for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   Chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and set aside.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, sugar, butter, and sea salt over low heat. Stir until the butter and sugar have melted completely.

3. 3

   Increase heat to medium and bring the mixture to a simmer, without boiling. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   Remove from heat, add the chopped chocolate and vanilla extract. Let it sit for a minute, then gently stir until the chocolate has fully melted and the caramel sauce is smooth. Allow the caramel to cool slightly while you prepare the mascarpone layer.

5. 5

   In a large bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese with an electric mixer until creamy and smooth.

6. 6

   Gently fold in a generous dollop of the cooled chocolate caramel sauce into the mascarpone, creating a marbled effect. Be careful not to overmix, as you want to maintain visible swirls of chocolate and caramel.

7. 7

   Divide the mascarpone-caramel mixture among six individual dessert glasses or ramekins. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

8. 8

   Garnish with fresh raspberries just before serving.