Description
Indulge in the classic delight of strawberries and cream, a simple yet luxurious dessert that brings summer memories to life. Fresh, juicy strawberries combine beautifully with rich whipped cream, creating an irresistible treat that's perfect for gatherings or a quiet evening at home. With minimal preparation and maximum flavor, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Rinse and slice the strawberries. Combine them in a bowl with powdered sugar and let sit for 15 minutes to macerate.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, then whip until stiff peaks develop.
- Gently fold the macerated strawberries into the whipped cream mixture.
- Chill for 30 minutes in the refrigerator before serving.
- Serve in bowls or glasses, garnished with additional strawberries or mint leaves if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for heavy cream. Add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the strawberries for an unexpected twist.