Banana mousse ready in 5 minutes: the best Italian dessert

Why it’s Italian-style:

Uses mascarpone cheese, a staple in Italian desserts

Creamy, rich, and subtly sweet—perfect for an elegant finish

Quick like an Italian dolce al cucchiaio (spoon dessert)

🔸 Ingredients (Serves 2–4):

2 ripe bananas (the riper, the better)

1/2 cup (120g) mascarpone cheese

1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream, cold

2 tbsp powdered sugar (adjust to taste)

1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Crushed biscuits (like amaretti or ladyfingers) for garnish

Dark chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (optional)

🔸 Instructions: