Dessert Pasta with Cinnamon Butter, Fresh Berries, and Mascarpone
This Dessert Pasta flips the script with sweet, buttery noodles tossed in warm cinnamon sugar, then topped with juicy berries and a cloud of creamy mascarpone. It’s unexpected, comforting, and surprisingly elegant. Perfect for dinner parties, brunch, or a cozy night in, this dish proves pasta isn’t just for savory meals—it can absolutely satisfy your sweet tooth too.
Ingredients
8 oz fettuccine or tagliatelle (or egg noodles)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
½ cup mascarpone cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional: powdered sugar, honey drizzle, or crushed pistachios for topping
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
Boil noodles in lightly salted water until tender. Drain and set aside.
Make the Cinnamon Butter
In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until smooth and bubbly.
Toss the Pasta
Add the cooked noodles to the cinnamon butter and gently toss to coat.
Mix the Mascarpone
In a small bowl, stir mascarpone with vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Assemble and Serve
Divide the warm cinnamon noodles into bowls. Top with a generous spoonful of mascarpone and fresh berries. Add optional toppings if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 9g