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Crostata al Bicchiere, un dolce italiano servito in un bicchiere con crema e frutta.

Crostata al Bicchiere

Crostata al Bicchiere is a delightful Italian dessert that layers digestive biscuits, a creamy mascarpone mixture, and fruit jam, perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 12 oz digestive biscuits Can substitute with graham crackers.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted Let it cool slightly before adding to the biscuits.
Cream Ingredients
  • 1 cup mascarpone cheese Ricotta can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Keep chilled until ready to use.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sift to eliminate lumps.
Layering Ingredients
  • 1 cup fruit jam Use your favorite flavor, such as apricot or raspberry.
  • to taste fresh fruit for topping Strawberries, blueberries, or peaches.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Crush the digestive biscuits into fine crumbs using a food processor or a rolling pin in a zip-lock bag.
  2. In a bowl, combine the crushed biscuits with melted butter and stir until well coated.
Layering
  1. Spoon a layer of the biscuit mixture into serving glasses and press down slightly.
  2. In another bowl, mix mascarpone, heavy cream, and powdered sugar until fluffy using an electric mixer.
  3. Spoon or pipe a layer of the cream mix over the biscuit layer.
  4. Spread a layer of fruit jam over the cream mixture.
  5. Repeat the layers of biscuit mixture, cream, and jam until the glasses are full.
Chilling
  1. Cover the glasses and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Notes

Crostata al Bicchiere can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. For best taste, avoid adding fresh fruit until ready to serve.