Mascarpone Pancakes or French Toast

Mascarpone Tiramisu Pancakes or French Toast Air Date: 5/6/2003
8 servings     May 2010 – Delicious!

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2 packages frozen pancakes (12 pancakes per package)
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 package (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese
2/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules   (or instant tea)
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa (Optional)

Crushed nuts - optional

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Warm the pancakes according to the package directions.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, mascarpone cheese, and confectioners' sugar until well combined. In a small bowl, dissolve the coffee granules in the water then add to the cheese mixture; mix well.

Place a pancake on a plate then dollop with cheese mixture; repeat the layers two more times, ending with a dollop of the cheese mixture topping the stack. Repeat with remaining pancakes and cheese mixture. Sprinkle with cocoa and serve immediately.