Strawberries with Mint-Infused Cream Recipe
Indulge in the refreshing combination of fresh strawberries topped with a luscious mint-infused whipped cream. This easy no-bake dessert is perfect for summer gatherings or a sweet treat any time of the year.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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For the Mint-Infused Cream:
- 1 lb fresh strawberries (hulled and halved)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (loosely packed)
- extra mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mint-Infused Cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until steaming. Remove from heat, add mint leaves, cover, and steep for 20–30 minutes. Strain out the mint and chill the cream. In a mixing bowl, beat the chilled cream with sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Assemble the Dessert: Spoon the mint-infused whipped cream over fresh strawberries. Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, macerate the strawberries in sugar and lemon juice for 15 minutes before serving.
- The cream can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup strawberries with cream
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
