A visually stunning winter dish featuring persimmons, pears, mascarpone cream, pomegranate seeds, and pistachios.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruit
01 - 2 ripe persimmons (Fuyu or Hachiya), peeled and sliced
02 - 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
03 - 1/3 cup pomegranate seeds
→ Mascarpone Cream
04 - 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
05 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
06 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Garnish
08 - 2 tablespoons shelled pistachios, chopped
09 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
10 - Zest of 1 orange
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Whip with a hand mixer or whisk until light and fluffy.
02 - Artfully arrange persimmon and pear slices on a serving platter or individual plates, slightly overlapping to create a snowscape effect.
03 - Dollop or pipe the mascarpone cream over the fruit, creating patches reminiscent of fresh snow.
04 - Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and chopped pistachios evenly over the top.
05 - Complete with a light sprinkle of orange zest and fresh mint leaves, if desired. Serve immediately.
