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Mexican Strawberries and Cream Dessert

A refreshing Mexican dessert with fresh strawberries, lime juice, and whipped cream, perfect for a quick sweet treat.

Try this easy Mexican strawberries and cream dessert with fresh strawberries, lime juice, and whipped cream. Perfect for a quick, refreshing treat.

Recipe Details

Prep time
20m
Cook time
0s
Rest time
25m
Total time
45m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 150 g fresh red strawberries sliced
  • 100 ml sweetened whipped cream
  • 10 g granulated white sugar
  • 5 ml fresh lime juice
  • 2 g finely chopped fresh mint leaves

Origins

Mexico

Instructions

  1. Wash the fresh red strawberries thoroughly under cold water.
  2. Remove the green stems from the strawberries and slice them into thin pieces.
  3. Place the sliced strawberries in a mixing bowl.
  4. Add the granulated white sugar to the strawberries and gently mix to combine.
  5. For the fresh lime juice over the sugared strawberries and stir lightly.
  6. Let the strawberry mixture sit for 10 minutes to macerate and release juices.
  7. In a separate bowl, whip the sweetened whipped cream until soft peaks form if not pre-whipped.
  8. Gently fold the macerated strawberries and their juice into the whipped cream.
  9. Sprinkle the finely chopped fresh mint leaves over the mixture and stir gently to combine.
  10. Transfer the dessert into a serving glass or bowl and chill for 15 minutes before serving.

Tips

  • Use fresh ripe strawberries for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • Chill the dessert well before serving for a refreshing taste.
  • Garnish with extra mint leaves or a lime wedge for presentation.

Serving Suggestions

  • light vanilla cookies
  • fresh mint sprigs
  • lime wedges

Enjoy this light and refreshing Mexican strawberries and cream dessert as a perfect sweet ending to any meal.


Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 2
  • Sodium (g): 0.02
  • Sugar (g): 10
  • Fat (g): 6
  • Carbohydrates (g): 12
  • Protein (g): 1.5
  • Calories: 110
  • Cholesterol (g): 15
  • Saturated Fat (g): 3.5

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