Mascarpone vs Greek yogurt

A side-by-side guide to substituting Greek yogurt for Mascarpone (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 0.9 oz of Greek yogurt for every 1 oz of Mascarpone.

Side-by-side

Mascarpone

Base unit: oz

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Greek yogurt

Conversion: Use 90% as much (0.9 oz per 1 oz)

Tags: low-calorie

Notes: Thicker and tangier; best in cheesecake with added sweetness. Slightly different mouthfeel but structurally sound. Less ideal for raw applications like tiramisu.

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When to use Greek yogurt instead of Mascarpone

Thicker and tangier; best in cheesecake with added sweetness. Slightly different mouthfeel but structurally sound. Less ideal for raw applications like tiramisu. The conversion is use 90% as much (0.9 oz per 1 oz).

Common questions

Can I substitute Greek yogurt for Mascarpone?

Yes — Thicker and tangier; best in cheesecake with added sweetness. Slightly different mouthfeel but structurally sound. Less ideal for raw applications like tiramisu. Ratio: Use 90% as much (0.9 oz per 1 oz).

What's the conversion ratio for Mascarpone to Greek yogurt?

Use 90% as much (0.9 oz per 1 oz). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Mascarpone and Greek yogurt interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Thicker and tangier; best in cheesecake with added sweetness..

Is Greek yogurt a better substitute than other options for Mascarpone?

Greek yogurt is one of the options SubSwap lists for Mascarpone. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Mascarpone substitutes.

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