Fraises Marinees Aux Calvados Strawberries in Calvados
Indulge in the French-inspired elegance of *Fraises Marinées Aux Calvados*—a luxurious dessert of marinated strawberries in fragrant Calvados apple brandy. This no-cook recipe is a breeze to prepare, featuring juicy, fresh strawberries gently infused with the warm, aromatic notes of Calvados, a sprinkle of sugar, zesty lemon, and a refreshing hint of mint. Marinating the strawberries allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating a dessert that’s both vibrant and sophisticated. Perfect for entertaining or a special treat, this 15-minute recipe is as stunning as it is delicious. Serve these marinated strawberries chilled in elegant dessert glasses and top with a sprig of mint for a show-stopping finish. Ideal keywords: marinated strawberries, Calvados dessert, no-cook strawberry recipe, easy French dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh strawberries
- 50 grams sugar
- 60 milliliters Calvados (apple brandy)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 4 leaves fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Wash the strawberries thoroughly under running water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Hull the strawberries to remove the green tops and slice them in halves or quarters, depending on their size.
Place the prepared strawberries in a large mixing bowl.
Sprinkle the sugar evenly over the strawberries and gently toss to coat them.
Add the Calvados to the bowl and stir gently to ensure all strawberries are well-coated with the liquid.
Sprinkle the lemon zest over the mixture, giving it a slight, refreshing citrus aroma.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
After marinating, give the strawberries a gentle stir and serve in individual dessert bowls or glasses.
Garnish each portion with a fresh mint leaf for an elegant finishing touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
507 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.7 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.1 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 744 mg | 16% | |
*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.
