Get ready to wow your mom with the most decadent, mouthwatering dessert that will make her heart melt faster than this creamy, dreamy treat! This stunning layered dessert combines the luxurious richness of whipped cream, the delicate sweetness of fresh strawberries, and the elegant crunch of ladyfinger cookies - creating a dessert so irresistible, it's practically a culinary love letter to the most important woman in your life.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: Various
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box ladyfinger cookies
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 1 cup chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Wash and hull the fresh strawberries, then slice them thinly into delicate pieces. Set aside in a small bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, pour the heavy cream and begin whipping with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks start to form.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream, continuing to mix until stiff, glossy peaks develop. Be careful not to overwhip.
- Prepare a serving dish or individual dessert glasses. Layer the bottom with ladyfinger cookies, creating a stable base.
- Gently spread a layer of the whipped cream mixture over the ladyfingers, ensuring even coverage.
- Sprinkle sliced strawberries across the cream layer, distributing them evenly.
- Add another layer of ladyfingers on top of the strawberries.
- Repeat the cream and strawberry layering process, creating a beautiful tiered dessert.
- Finish the top layer with a generous coating of whipped cream.
- Garnish the dessert by sprinkling chocolate shavings over the entire surface.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and dessert to set.
- When ready to serve, remove from refrigerator and garnish with additional fresh strawberry slices if desired.
Tips
- • Ensure your heavy cream is ice-cold before whipping for the fluffiest, most stable whipped cream • Use a chilled mixing bowl to help the cream whip up faster and more effectively • When slicing strawberries, use a sharp knife for clean, thin cuts • Don't overwhip the cream - stop when stiff, glossy peaks form • For an extra touch of elegance, use a piping bag to create beautiful cream layers • Chill the dessert for at least an hour to allow flavors to blend and texture to set perfectly • For best presentation, assemble the dessert in clear glasses to showcase beautiful layers
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 75mg
