Dark Chocolate Balsamic Roasted Strawberries with Mascarpone Velvet

Ingredients – Roasted Strawberries

• 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
• 2 tablespoons Dark Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of sea salt

Ingredients – Mascarpone Cream

• ½ cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature
• ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Roast the Strawberries

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, toss the strawberries with the Dark Chocolate Balsamic, honey, vanilla, and sea salt.
3. Spread the strawberries in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Roast for 15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until softened and syrupy.

Make the Mascarpone Cream

1. In a bowl, whisk together the mascarpone, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
2. Chill until ready to serve.

To Serve

• Spoon the roasted strawberries (with their syrup) into serving bowls.
• Top with a generous dollop of mascarpone cream.
• Garnish with shaved chocolate, mint, or crushed nuts if desired.

Serving Ideas:

• Delicious over pound cake, waffles, or ice cream.