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Easy Strawberry Dessert

A quick and delicious strawberry dessert that is perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Strawberry Mixture
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons sugar adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup heavy cream chilled
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare Strawberry Mixture
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat the strawberries and let sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
Make Whipped Cream
  1. In another bowl, whisk the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Assemble Dessert
  1. In serving glasses, layer the macerated strawberries and whipped cream. Repeat layers until glasses are filled.
  2. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This dessert can be made ahead of time; just keep the layers separate until serving to maintain the texture.

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