Another simply delicious recipe is my Lavender Mascarpone Spread. You can use this as a substitute for whipped cream to serve alongside a chocolate or fruity dessert or by adding to your cheese platter. My favorite way to have this, savoring it myself in the morning on top of warm toasted bread.
Lavender Mascarpone Spread
Servings: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 8 ounces mascarpone
- 2 teaspoons ground culinary lavender
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
- 4 tablespoons local honey
- 1 tablespoon rose water
Instructions
- In a small bowl or food processor blend all the ingredients.
Notes
Enjoy as a substitute for whipped cream (omit the pepper in the recipe) or add to your cheese platter