🧀 Galbani Mascarpone Cheese 500 g — Product Overview
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Imported from Italy and made using a traditional recipe combining pasteurised cream, milk, and citric acid as an acidity regulator
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It offers a silky-smooth texture and subtle buttery flavor, ideal for classic desserts like tiramisu or enriching savory recipes like sauces and polenta.
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Halal-certified and vegetarian-friendly (no animal rennet) in many markets including Malaysia.
🔢 Nutrition Facts (per 100 g)
| Nutrient | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy | ~403 kcal (1,662 kJ) |
| Fat | ~41 g |
| Saturated Fat | ~28 g |
| Carbohydrates | ~4 g (Sugars ~3 g) |
| Protein | ~4.5 g |
| Salt | ~0.08 g |
Storage temperature: keep chilled at +4 °C to +6 °C; reuse within 3 days after opening
✅ Performance & Applications
Desserts
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Classic ingredient for tiramisu, cheesecakes, parfaits, and fruit desserts.
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Preferred for its stability and smoothness when folded into batters or mixes
Savory Cooking
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Adds luxurious creaminess to risottos, pasta sauces, mashed potatoes, and soups
Whipping & Texture
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Generally soft and spreadable—not ideal for whipping. User reports vary—some buyers experience occasionally grainy or dry texture in certain batches
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Quality consistency can fluctuate by batch; many baking enthusiasts still consider Galbani to be as reliable as other major brands
