Strawberries Flamb
Elevate your dessert game with this show-stopping Strawberries Flambé recipe, a perfect blend of elegance and theater. Fresh, juicy strawberries are gently simmered in a buttery orange sauce enhanced with vanilla and a hint of sugar before being flambéed with orange liqueur for a dramatic finish. The light caramelization brings a depth of flavor, making this a sweet and tangy treat that's as stunning to serve as it is delicious to eat. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dazzling dessert is ideal for entertaining and pairs beautifully with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream and a sprig of fresh mint. Perfect for date nights or dinner parties, this easy homemade flambé recipe will leave your guests mesmerized. Tags: strawberries flambé, flambé dessert, strawberry dessert recipes, quick desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 60 milliliters orange juice
- 60 milliliters orange liqueur (e.g., Grand Marnier or Cointreau)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 4 scoops vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Wash and hull the strawberries, then pat them dry. Slice large strawberries in half, keeping smaller ones whole. Set aside.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the granulated sugar to the butter and stir until it dissolves, forming a golden syrup (about 2-3 minutes).
Pour the orange juice into the pan and mix well. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
Add the strawberries to the pan and cook gently for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to coat the fruit in the sauce.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the vanilla extract.
Carefully pour the orange liqueur over the strawberries. Using a long lighter or a match, ignite the liqueur. Observe caution during this step, as the flames will be strong initially but will die down as the alcohol burns off.
Once the flames extinguish, remove the pan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Serve the flambéed strawberries warm, either on their own or over scoops of vanilla ice cream. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1303 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.7 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.1 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 224 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.6 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 145.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 427 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1502 mg | 32% | |
*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.
