Description
A refreshing and elegant dessert featuring fresh strawberries topped with mint-infused whipped cream. The cream is gently warmed and steeped with fresh mint leaves for a delicate herbal flavor, then whipped to soft peaks and sweetened with powdered sugar and vanilla. Perfect for a light, flavorful treat or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
Mint-Infused Cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 5-6 fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish (Optional)
- Fresh mint sprigs
Instructions
- Warm the cream and steep mint: In a small saucepan, gently warm the heavy cream together with the fresh mint leaves over low heat. Heat until just about to simmer, making sure not to boil the cream to preserve its texture and flavor.
- Infuse the mint flavor: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mint leaves steep in the warm cream for 15-20 minutes. This allows the cream to absorb the fresh mint aroma and flavor.
- Strain and chill the cream: Strain the cream through a fine mesh sieve to remove the mint leaves. Place the mint-infused cream in the refrigerator and chill it for at least 1 hour to cool thoroughly before whipping.
- Whip the cream: Once chilled, whip the mint-infused cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. This will create a light, fluffy, and sweetened whipped cream with a subtle mint flavor.
- Prepare the strawberries: Arrange the hulled and halved strawberries evenly in serving bowls or plates as the dessert base.
- Assemble the dessert: Spoon or pipe the mint-infused whipped cream over the strawberries, covering them generously for a beautiful and delicious presentation.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, garnish each serving with fresh mint sprigs to enhance the appearance and add a fresh aroma. Serve immediately for the best texture and freshness.
Notes
- Do not boil the cream while warming to avoid curdling and loss of flavor.
- Steeping time can be adjusted to taste; longer steeping intensifies the mint flavor.
- The dessert is best served immediately after assembling for optimal freshness.
- Can be prepared a few hours ahead by infusing and chilling the cream in advance.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
