Strawberry Delish

There’s something about Strawberry Delish that just jingles my taste buds like a happy song. Imagine layers of creamy, sweet, tangy goodness melting into a symphony of strawberry bliss. When you’re craving a dessert that screams summer but can cozy up to any season, this is your gig. It’s splendidly messy in the way desserts should be, and you never quite know which strawberry bite will surprise you next. So why not indulge?

My husband swears this dish is the reason he married me. Well, one of the reasons, anyway. Imagine a slightly burnt-out, end-of-week dinner rushing towards the table, when suddenly, magic descends. Enter the Strawberry Delish, all wobbly layers and inviting redness. The kids groan because they know they’re powerless against its allure, and a quiet contentment falls over the room; it’s like a dessert lullaby. We’re talking unconditional love, baked into each layer.

How to Make It

Alright, here’s where things get messy—delightfully so. Start by gathering your strawberries like they’re going out of style. You know, the slightly squishy ones lurking at the back of your fridge? Perfectly imperfect. Whip up a storm of cream and sugar till it’s cloud-like. Layer it with strawberries, and weave in those clever cookie crumbs. The key takeaway: it’s not about precision but passion.

✔Ingredient Notes

– Strawberries: The stars of the show! If they’re a bit past their prime, they tend to be sweeter—good lookin’ out.
– Sugar: Balances the tang. Once tried to skip it… took 3 tries before I learned my lesson.
– Heavy Cream: Don’t skimp here. A sad, watery cream makes for a sad dessert.

✔Recipe Steps

1. Hull and slice strawberries, sprinkle with a tad of sugar, and let them sit.
2. Whip cream till soft peaks form, sweetened with a touch of sugar.
3. Crush some crunchy cookies—graham crackers or digestives are my jam.
4. Layer cream, cookies, and strawberries in a deep dish.
5. Chill in the fridge till you lose patience.
6. Devour like there’s no tomorrow.

What to Serve It With

Ice-cold mojitos or hot tea depending on your mood. It’s also a solid breakfast choice—no judgment here.

✔Tips & Mistakes

– If the cream deflates, just know it’s more of a pudding vibe. Still great!
– Avoid over-layering—a soggy bottom isn’t ideal, even if soggy is trending.

✔Storage Tips

Keep leftovers (ha, good joke) in the fridge, and embrace them cold. It’s a sneaky breakfast, or a late-night fridge finisher. Just try not to eat it all in pajamas standing by the glow of your open fridge.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Raspberry pinch-hitters can sub for strawberries if they’re in season. Out of cream? Greek yogurt does a decent job—just watch for tang overload. Honey can step in for sugar when the sugar jar’s mysteriously vacant.

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Strawberry Delish

A delicious and fresh strawberry dessert perfect for summer gatherings.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 8

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 cups fresh strawberries
• ▢ 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• ▢ 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
• ▢ 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ▢ 0.25 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round baking pan.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
• Add the melted butter and mix until just combined.
• Fold in the fresh strawberries gently to avoid crushing them.
• Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
• Bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Remove from oven and let cool before serving.

Notes

Best served chilled with a dollop of whipped cream.