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Balsamic Macerated Strawberries & Cream

Balsamic Macerated Strawberries & Cream: A Summer Bliss

Delight in this Balsamic Macerated Strawberries & Cream recipe, a refreshing no-bake dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Maceration Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberries
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Choose ripe strawberries for maximum sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Provides a tangy depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Adds a sweet balance.
For the Cream
  • 1 cup Vanilla Yogurt Opt for dairy-free yogurt for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Non-dairy whipped topping can be used instead.
Optional Garnish
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Mint or Basil Adds a refreshing touch.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • plastic wrap
  • Serving Bowls

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the fresh strawberries under cool water, pat them dry, and slice them into uniform pieces.
  2. In a mixing bowl, drizzle balsamic vinegar and honey over sliced strawberries and fold together gently. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, stir the vanilla yogurt until smooth, adding honey if desired. Keep chilled until ready to assemble.
  4. In serving bowls, add a dollop of the yogurt base, top with macerated strawberries, and swirl whipped cream on top.
  5. Drizzle honey and garnish with mint or basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store macerated strawberries in an airtight container for up to 48 hours; yogurt layer can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.

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