Sponge canape with mascarpone and cherries

Name: Sponge canape with mascarpone and cherries
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: Biscuit - 130 g; Cherry - 65 g; Mascarpone cheese - 250 g; Sour cream - 50 g; Butter - 40 g; Cane sugar - 50 g

Cookinero 4 May 2025

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Want to throw a party or a buffet, but don't know what appetizers to serve? What about sweet appetizers? We suggest you prepare dessert canapes from sponge cake with cheese cream based on mascarpone and cherries. To prepare such canapes, you can take a ready-made sponge cake, which will greatly simplify the cooking process. You can take fresh or frozen cherries, or use cherry jam.

How to cook Sponge canape with mascarpone and cherries

Step 1

Melt cane sugar in a saucepan over low heat.

Step 2

When the sugar has melted, add the butter and stir.

Step 3

Add the cherries to the caramel and cook it for 5-7 minutes over low heat. The result should be a thick jam. Remove it from the heat and cool.

Step 4

While the cherry jam is cooling, mix the mascarpone cheese and sour cream in a deep bowl.

Step 5

Whip everything until smooth. You should get a thick cheese cream.

Step 6

Add cherry jam to the cheese cream and stir.

Step 7

Cut the sponge cake into three equal parts. Grease two of them with cheese and cherry cream.

Step 8

Stack the cakes. There should be an empty cake on top.

Step 9

Cut the resulting "cake" into square pieces. Pierce the canapes with skewers or toothpicks. Decorate the canapes with berries and sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Sponge canape with mascarpone and cherries - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Can I use frozen cherries instead of fresh ones?

Yes, frozen cherries work well! Just thaw and drain excess liquid before cooking to prevent the jam from becoming too watery.

What can I substitute for mascarpone if I don't have it?

Cream cheese or ricotta (strained for thickness) are great alternatives, though the texture and flavor will be slightly different.

How long can I store these sponge canapés, and how?

Store covered in the fridge for up to 2 days. For best freshness, add powdered sugar and berries just before serving.

Can I make this recipe gluten-free?

Absolutely! Use a gluten-free sponge cake or almond flour-based cake layers for a delicious gluten-free version.

How can I adjust the sweetness of the canapés?

Reduce the cane sugar in the jam or use tart cherries. You can also omit the powdered sugar garnish for a less sweet finish.

Can I freeze the assembled canapés?

Freezing isn't recommended as the texture of the sponge and cream may change. Instead, freeze components separately (like the jam) and assemble later.

What other fruits can I use besides cherries?

Strawberries, raspberries, or figs work beautifully—adjust cooking time for the jam based on the fruit's juiciness.

How do I prevent the sponge cake from crumbling when cutting?

Use a serrated knife and gently saw through the cake layers. Briefly chilling the cake can also help.

Can I make these dairy-free?

Yes! Substitute mascarpone with coconut cream (chilled and whipped) and use dairy-free butter for the caramel.

What’s the best way to serve these for a party?

Arrange on a platter with varied toppings (e.g., mint leaves, chocolate drizzle) for visual appeal. Keep skewers handy for easy grabbing!

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