Description
Indulgent strawberry vanilla delight promises a luscious journey through sweet, silky flavors that dance on taste buds. Rich layers of smooth cream and fresh strawberries invite you to savor each delectable spoonful of pure culinary pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
Sweeteners and Flavorings:
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish and Optional Layers:
- 1/2 cup granola or crushed cookies
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Whip heavy cream in a medium bowl until soft, cloud-like peaks develop.
- In a separate mixing bowl, blend vanilla yogurt with powdered sugar and vanilla extract, creating a smooth base.
- Gently incorporate the whipped cream into the yogurt mixture, folding carefully to maintain the airy texture.
- Select clear serving glasses and create the first foundation layer by arranging sliced strawberries across the bottom.
- Carefully spoon the vanilla cream mixture over the strawberry layer, ensuring even distribution.
- For additional crunch and complexity, sprinkle a delicate layer of granola or crushed cookies across the cream.
- Repeat the layering process, alternating between strawberry and cream layers to build visual appeal.
- Complete the dessert with a final luxurious cream layer, creating a smooth, elegant surface.
- Enhance the presentation by garnishing with fresh mint leaves and delicate strawberry slice accents.
- Refrigerate the dessert for 60-90 minutes at 40°F, allowing flavors to harmonize and texture to set.
- Remove from refrigerator just before serving, presenting a refreshing, cool summer treat.
Notes
- Whip cream at cool room temperature for the fluffiest texture and most stable peaks.
- Use full-fat yogurt to ensure a rich, creamy consistency that holds its shape perfectly.
- Select ripe, bright red strawberries for maximum sweetness and vibrant color in the dessert.
- Layer dessert just before serving to prevent soggy granola and maintain crisp textures.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Milkshake
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 261 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg