4 ounces mascarpone
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1-2 tablespoons granulated white sugar
Zest of lemon or lime (optional)
Recipe
Place all the ingredients in a large bowl and beat until the mixture holds its shape and looks like softly whipped cream. Use right away or cover and refrigerate the cream until serving time. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.