Description
Simple, iconic, and bursting with tradition, this strawberries and cream Wimbledon-style dessert captures British charm with a fresh twist. A summer treat ready in minutes!
Ingredients
2 cups fresh strawberries (hulled and halved)
1 cup double cream (or heavy whipping cream)
2 tbsp white sugar
Optional: 1 tsp balsamic glaze or honey drizzle
Optional: Fresh mint leaves
Optional: ¼ tsp black pepper or crushed pistachios
Optional: Coconut or almond whipped cream
Instructions
1. Wash, hull, and halve ripe strawberries. Toss lightly with 1 tbsp sugar if not very sweet.
2. Chill mixing bowl and beaters for 10 minutes in the freezer.
3. Pour double cream into the cold bowl, add 1 tbsp sugar, and whip until soft peaks form.
4. Spoon whipped cream into bowls or glasses.
5. Top with strawberries. Add optional toppings like mint, balsamic, or pepper.
6. Serve immediately for best freshness.
Notes
Use strawberries at peak ripeness for full flavor.
Try layering with shortbread or macerated berries for a dessert-style presentation.
For a dairy-free option, use chilled coconut cream.
For extra flair, add lemon zest, chopped basil, or crushed amaretti cookies.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 7
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Wimbledon, strawberries and cream, summer dessert, British tradition