Warm Morello Cherry Compote Over Vanilla Mascarpone Cream

Warm Morello cherry compote served over vanilla mascarpone cream in a glass, garnished with mint and chocolate shavings. Image and recipe created by Nicol Retailer Limited.

Warm Morello Cherry Compote Over Vanilla Mascarpone Cream

This irresistible no-bake dessert combines the bold, tangy flavour of Darta Pitted Morello Cherries with the silky richness of vanilla mascarpone cream for a luxurious treat ready in minutes. Warm cherries simmer into a glossy compote that melts beautifully over cool, whipped mascarpone, creating the perfect balance of sweet, tart and creamy. Elegant enough for entertaining yet simple enough for everyday indulgence, this quick 17-minute recipe is ideal for dinner parties, romantic desserts or effortless weeknight treats. Made with high-quality Morello cherries from Nicol Retailer, it delivers authentic flavour, stunning presentation and guaranteed satisfaction in every spoonful.

Course Dessert, Dinner Party Dessert, No-Baked Desset

Cuisine British (with a modern twist), European, Italian

Diet Vegetarian

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 7

Servings People

Calories 390

Ingredients

For the Warm Morello Cherry Compote:

300 g Darta Pitted Morello Cherries (from Nicol Retailer)
3 tbsp cherry juice (from the pack)
2 tbsp caster sugar or honey
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp lemon juice
pinch of cinnamon

For the Vanilla Mascarpone Cream:

250 g mascarpone
150 ml double cream
2 tbsp icing sugar
1 tsp vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract

To Serve:

Instructions

Make the Morello Cherry Compote

Add cherries, a splash of cherry juice, sugar, vanilla and lemon juice to a small saucepan.
Simmer gently for 5–7 minutes until warm, glossy and slightly thickened.
Set aside (keep warm)

Prepare the Vanilla Mascarpone Cream

In a bowl, whisk mascarpone, double cream, icing sugar and vanilla until soft and creamy.
Chill for 10 minutes for the perfect texture.

Assemble the Dessert

Spoon a generous layer of mascarpone cream into bowls or glasses.
Top with warm Morello cherry compote.
Finish with crushed biscuits, mint, or chocolate shavings.

Notes

For the best flavour, always use high-quality Morello cherries like the Darta Pitted Morello Cherries from Nicol Retailer. Their natural tartness balances perfectly with the rich mascarpone cream.

This recipe is no-bake and ready in under 15 minutes, making it ideal for quick desserts, entertaining, or when you need something impressive with minimal effort.

To lighten the dessert, you can use reduced-fat mascarpone or single cream, or replace part of the cream with Greek yogurt for extra freshness.

Make the mascarpone cream ahead and keep it chilled; warm the cherry compote just before serving for the perfect temperature contrast.

Add crunch by topping with crushed biscuits, granola, toasted nuts, or dark chocolate curls for added texture and flavour.

This recipe is naturally vegetarian and can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free biscuits or omitting them entirely.

Serve in glass dessert cups or bowls to show off the layers — it enhances presentation and looks stunning for dinner parties.

Leftover cherry compote can be used on pancakes, porridge, yoghurt bowls, waffles, cheesecakes or ice cream, making it a versatile addition to your kitchen.

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