Alberti’s Christmas Crema

A satisfying dessert that’s a cross between a mousse and a cheesecake filling. Quick and easy to make and a perfect ending to a great meal.

Serves 4-6

Ingredients

• 500g ricotta
• 250g mascarpone
• 125g caster sugar
• 4 tbsp Marsala wine
• 125ml Italian espresso
• Coffee beans, to decorate

Method

Put the ricotta and mascarpone in a large bowl and whisk quickly, until smooth. Add the sugar, Marsala wine and coffee, and whisk again quickly, until smooth – do not overwork it.

Pour into small bowls or glasses, then chill for at least eight hours. Just before serving, top each bowl with 3 coffee beans which symbolise health, happiness, and prosperity.