Macerated Berries with Whipped Cream
Fresh and simple, this recipe combines macerated berries with whipped cream. It's a no-fuss treat perfect for summer days or casual desserts.
Servings (Adjustable):
Calories: 344kcal
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Ingredients
- 10 pieces medium fresh strawberries
- ¼ cup freshly grated blueberries
- 1 tablespoon caster (superfine) sugar divided
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice divided
- fresh mint leaves for garnishing
CREAM:
- ⅓ cup chilled heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon confectioners’ sugar
Instructions
- Wash and gently pat dry strawberries and blueberries separately.
- Remove the leaves and stems of each strawberry and cut into four using a pairing knife.
- Using two separate small bowls, add strawberries in one bowl and the blueberries in the other bowl. Sprinkle half of the sugar and half of the lemon juice over each bowl of the fresh berries. Stir to combine and leave at room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes.
- Once you’ve reached the desired softness of the macerated berries, start whipping the chilled cream.
- Transfer the chilled whipping cream into a bowl and sprinkle with confectioners’ sugar.
- Using a hand mixer, whip cream over low speed. Slightly increase the speed once the confectioners’ sugar is incorporated into the cream. Whip chilled cream for 3 to 5 minutes or until soft peaks are achieved.
- Immediately transfer whipped cream into a serving bowl. Top with macerated strawberries and blueberries. Then garnish macerated berries with fresh mint. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Use quality fresh strawberries and blueberries. Discard berries if they are bruised, spoiled, or moldy.
The softness of the macerated berries will depend on how long the berries are left in the sugar and lemon juice mixture.
Chill whipping cream for at least 30 minutes.
If your refrigerator has enough space, chill the mixing bowl to help the chilled cream to whip up faster.
If you’re using a glass mixing bowl, only refrigerate those that are made of tempered glass.
Nutrition
Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 22mg | Potassium: 135mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 1188IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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