Almond Mascarpone Danish Doughnut Sandwich Recipe

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 360°F. When ready, remove pastry from freezer and place on sheet pan 2 inches apart from each other.
2. Bake pastries for 18 - 20 minutes until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool.
3. Slice the pastry horizontally in half to create a sandwich.
4. Generously spread mascarpone whipped cream onto the bottom half of the pastry, then place the top half on to complete the sandwich.
5. Decorate the top with white icing.
6. Add a dollop of mascarpone whipped cream on the top in the center. Garnish with a fresh raspberry and chocolate piece.
7. Finish with a sprinkle of speculoos cookie crumbles.

Mascarpone Whipped Cream

1. Using a hand mixer, whip the cold heavy cream in a large bowl until stiff peaks form.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the mascarpone cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
3. Carefully fold the mascarpone mixture into the whipped cream until well blended.
4. Adjust sweetness to taste, if needed.
5. Spoon the cream into a piping bag and refrigerate until ready to use.