Strawberry Bavarian Cream
Indulge in the smooth, airy elegance of Strawberry Bavarian Cream—a classic French dessert that showcases the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries. This luscious treat combines a velvety strawberry puree, delicately infused with lemon juice and vanilla, with light, whipped cream for an irresistibly silky texture. A touch of unflavored gelatin makes it perfectly set, creating a cloud-like dessert that melts in your mouth. Perfect for spring or summer, this no-bake masterpiece is as stunning as it is delicious, served in individual glasses or molds and topped with fresh strawberries or whipped cream. With only 30 minutes of prep, this chilled dessert is an impressive make-ahead option for dinner parties or special occasions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams Fresh strawberries (hulled)
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 10 grams Unflavored gelatin
- 60 milliliters Cold water (for blooming gelatin)
- 250 milliliters Heavy cream (chilled)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Place the hulled fresh strawberries and granulated sugar into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Add the lemon juice and blend briefly to incorporate. Strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds, if desired. Set aside.
2. Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over the cold water in a small bowl. Let it bloom for 5–10 minutes until the gelatin granules absorb the water and swell.
3. Gently heat the bloomed gelatin in a saucepan over low heat or in the microwave in 10-second intervals, stirring until fully dissolved. Do not let it boil.
4. Stir the dissolved gelatin into the prepared strawberry puree until thoroughly combined. Set the mixture aside to cool to room temperature, but do not let it set.
5. In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract to soft peaks using an electric mixer or whisk by hand. Be careful not to overwhip the cream.
6. Gently fold the cooled strawberry mixture into the whipped cream in two batches. Use a spatula and fold carefully to maintain the airy texture.
7. Divide the finished mixture evenly into serving glasses or molds. Smooth the tops if needed and lightly tap the containers on the counter to remove air bubbles.
8. Refrigerate for at least 4–6 hours, or until fully set and firm.
9. Before serving, garnish with fresh strawberry slices, whipped cream, or a sprig of mint, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1440 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.4 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.8 g | 284% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 283 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 107 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.9 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 129.6 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 798 mg | 17% | |
*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.
