Strawberry Delight is a refreshing and delightful dessert that combines fresh strawberries with a smooth and creamy mixture. Perfect for summer gatherings or a sweet treat any time of the year.
Strawberry Delight is a refreshing and delightful dessert that combines fresh strawberries with a smooth and creamy mixture. Perfect for summer gatherings or a sweet treat any time of the year.
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- 200 ml heavy cream chilled
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 grams cream cheese softened
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then gently fold it into the whipped cream until well combined.
- Layer the sliced strawberries in a serving dish, alternating with the creamy mixture.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Garnish with additional strawberries just before serving.
Notes
🍓 Tips for the Perfect Strawberry Delight
1. Use fresh, ripe strawberries.The fresher, the better! Sweet, juicy strawberries make all the difference in this dessert. If strawberries aren’t in season, frozen can work, but fresh is ideal. 2. Chill your ingredients.
Chilling your whipped cream and cream cheese beforehand helps them whip up more easily and gives the dessert a smoother texture. 3. Whip the cream to soft peaks.
Over-whipping can lead to butter-like texture. Stop when you see soft peaks form, so the cream remains light and airy. 4. Make the base crunchy and sweet.
Crush graham crackers finely for the crust, and mix in a little sugar and melted butter to bind it together. You can even add a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor. 5. Let it set.
After assembling, let the dessert chill in the fridge for at least 2–3 hours (or overnight). This allows the flavors to meld and the layers to firm up. 6. Add a touch of vanilla.
Vanilla extract enhances the creaminess and complements the fresh strawberries beautifully. 7. Layer carefully.
For a beautiful presentation, layer your whipped cream mixture and strawberry slices evenly, ensuring that the strawberries peek through the cream. 8. Top with extra strawberries.
For garnish, pile fresh, sliced strawberries on top for a burst of color and extra flavor. Add a mint leaf for a fresh finishing touch! 9. Experiment with toppings.
You can sprinkle toasted coconut, shredded chocolate, or chopped nuts for added texture and flavor. 10. Make it ahead of time.
This dessert is perfect for prep ahead! You can make it the night before and let it set overnight, which makes it an excellent choice for dinner parties or special occasions.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 4mg
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Too sweet for my taste. Maybe cut down the sugar next time.
Delishhhh! 😋
Yummy! Made this for my family and they all loved it. Will definitely make again!
I tried making this but it turned out kinda runny. Maybe I whipped the cream too much? 🤔
So glad to hear that! This dessert is a hit at my family gatherings too! 🍓
I really don’t think cream cheese belongs here. Maybe just stick to the whipped cream?
So easy to make! I added a bit of lemon juice for tang. Refreshing!
This looks so good! I can’t wait to try it.
Can I use frozen strawberries? Fresh ones are expensive where I live.
Frozen strawberries should work, just give ’em a good rinse first! They might be a lil’ mushy but still tasty.