Creamy Strawberries
Indulge in the luscious simplicity of Creamy Strawberries, a no-cook dessert that perfectly balances fresh fruit and velvety cream. This delightful recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries with a luxurious blend of fluffy cream cheese, heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla and lemon zest for a bright, citrusy kick. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy treat is elevated with the optional crunch of crushed biscuits or graham crackers, adding a fun textural contrast. Perfect for summer gatherings or a light after-dinner dessert, Creamy Strawberries is best served chilled, making it a refreshing and elegant way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g fresh strawberries
- 200 ml heavy cream
- 100 g cream cheese
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 50 g crushed biscuits or graham crackers (optional)
Instructions
Wash the fresh strawberries thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Hull them by removing the green stems and any tough white parts. Set aside.
In a mixing bowl, add the cream cheese and beat it with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Gradually add the heavy cream to the cream cheese while continuing to whisk, ensuring the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon zest to the creamy mixture, and whisk again until the texture becomes light and airy.
If desired, lightly sprinkle crushed biscuits or graham crackers onto the base of serving glasses or bowls to add texture.
Portion the strawberries into the serving glasses or bowls, then pour the creamy mixture evenly over the strawberries.
Gently stir to coat the strawberries, or layer the ingredients for a visually appealing presentation.
Chill the dessert in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.3 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.9 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 301 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 637 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 104.2 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.8 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 922 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
