Can you use cream cheese instead of Mascarpone for making tiramisu?

Question

I can't find Mascarpone on Safeway

Answer 1

It won't be TIRAMISU without Marscapone. It would be cheese cake, LOL  

Answer 2

Substitutes:  

Blend 8 ounces softened cream cheese with 1/4 cup whipping cream.

OR Blend 8 ounces softened cream cheese with 1/4 cup butter and 1/4 cup cream

OR Blend 8 ounces softened cream cheese with 1/8 cup whipping cream and 1/8 cup sour cream.

OR Whip ricotta cheese in a blender until smooth (lower in fat)  

Answer 3

It won't be quite the same but yes you can use it.