Fresh Strawberries and Cream Dessert Cups
A quick and easy 5-minute dessert featuring fresh strawberries layered with lightly sweetened whipped cream, perfect for summer gatherings and simple indulgence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, to brighten strawberries)
Instructions
- Rinse strawberries gently under cold water. Hull and slice each berry in half or quarters depending on size. Toss with lemon juice if strawberries are not very sweet. Set aside.
- Chill mixing bowl and beaters in the fridge or freezer for about 10 minutes (optional but recommended).
- Pour cold heavy whipping cream into chilled bowl. Using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed, begin whipping. When cream thickens, add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Continue whipping until soft peaks form.
- Spoon a layer of whipped cream into the bottom of each serving cup, followed by a layer of strawberries. Repeat layers until cups are filled, ending with strawberries on top.
- Garnish each cup with a sprig of fresh mint. Serve immediately or chill in refrigerator for up to 1 hour.
Notes
Chilling the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping cream helps achieve perfect soft peaks quickly. Avoid overwhipping to prevent grainy texture. Prepare strawberries in advance to speed assembly. Re-whip cream if it softens before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dessert cup
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Protein: 2
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