Strawberries with Amaretto Sauce
Indulge in the sweet elegance of Strawberries with Amaretto Sauce, a quick and easy dessert that feels effortlessly luxurious. Juicy, fresh strawberries are draped in a lusciously creamy Amaretto-infused sauce, made silky smooth with heavy cream, powdered sugar, and a hint of vanilla. This dish is elevated further with the delightful crunch of toasted almond slices and the optional addition of fragrant fresh mint for a garnish as stunning as it is refreshing. With just 10 minutes of prep time and 5 minutes of cooking, this simple yet sophisticated recipe is perfect for dinner parties, romantic evenings, or a refined way to treat yourself. Serve this dessert warm to truly relish the harmony of flavors in every spoonful!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh strawberries
- 60 milliliters Amaretto liqueur
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 30 grams toasted almond slices
- 5 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and hull the strawberries. Slice them in half if they are large, or leave them whole if small. Set aside in a serving bowl.
Step 2
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the Amaretto liqueur, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and just begins to warm through. Do not let it boil.
Step 3
Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until it slightly thickens. Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool for a minute or two.
Step 4
Pour the warm Amaretto sauce over the prepared strawberries in the bowl.
Step 5
Sprinkle the toasted almond slices over the top for a crunchy texture.
Step 6
Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired, for a pop of color and freshness.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy this simple yet sophisticated dessert.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (731.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1027.1 |
| Total Fat 56.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 120mg | 0% |
| Sodium 47.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 94.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 74.8g | |
| Protein 9.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 161.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 954.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories