Mascarpone Cheese Substitute Recipe - cooking recipe

Ingredients

16 ounces cream cheese (regular, do not use non-fat)
5 tablespoons sour cream (regular, do not use non-fat)
6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons sugar (optional)

Preparation

Mix all ingredients together (it helps if cream cheese is room temperature) and chill. Sugar is optional, but adds the perfect hint of sweetness.
Use as desired.