Strawberries are a commonly consumed fruit that provides numerous essential nutrients for the human body. They can be enjoyed in various ways, with the most popular method being to consume them fresh and whole.
However, strawberries can also be transformed into a range of delicious desserts that are surprisingly simple to make. Not only do these desserts offer a visually appealing presentation due to the natural beauty of strawberries, but they also provide a delightful taste experience. Let's explore some of the delightful desserts that can be created with strawberries:
Strawberry Shaved Ice:
Ingredients: strawberries and ice cubes.
Method:
1.Wash and slice the strawberries. Then, use an ice shaving machine to transform the ice cubes into fine ice chips.
2.Place the strawberry slices and ice chips into a bowl.
3.Sprinkle some syrup or your favorite seasonings over them, and voila! You have a delicious strawberry shaved ice treat.
Strawberry Milk:
Ingredients: strawberries, pure milk.
Method: Put both ingredients into a juicer and blend until well mixed.
Strawberry milk is not only delicious and easy to prepare but can be enjoyed regardless of the season. It is particularly refreshing during the summer months, making it a popular choice among people of all ages.
Strawberry Panna Cotta:
Ingredients: 40g sugar, 300g fresh milk, 10 strawberries, 3 gelatin sheets.
Method:
1.Soak 3 gelatin sheets in cold water until they become soft.
2.Mix 300g of milk with 40g of fine-granulated sugar and heat the mixture over low heat. Stir constantly and ensure that the milk does not reach boiling point. Add the softened gelatin sheets and stir until completely melted.
3. Add the washed strawberries, aiming to keep them as intact as possible for an appealing presentation.
4. Finally, pour the boiled and cooled milk mixture over the strawberries.
5. Cover the mixture and refrigerate for approximately 4 hours before serving.
Strawberry Cupcakes:
Ingredients: 85g low-gluten flour, 5 eggs, 40g corn oil, 40g milk, 100g strawberries, 90g sugar, a few drops of rice vinegar, additional strawberries for decoration, and whipped cream as desired.
Method:
1. Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites.
2. In a bowl, combine the egg yolks, 40g of milk, 30g of sugar, and 40g of corn oil. Beat the mixture until the sugar is completely dissolved.
3. Gradually add a few drops of rice vinegar and 60g of sugar to the egg whites, beating them with an egg beater until they form a foamy texture.
4. Add the flour to the egg yolk mixture and mix until a smooth batter forms. Fold in 1/3 of the egg white mixture, ensuring it is evenly incorporated. 5. Repeat this process for the remaining 2/3 of the egg white mixture.
6. Add the strawberries to the batter and mix well. Pour the batter into paper cups or a lined baking tray. Preheat the oven to 160 degrees Celsius and bake for approximately 25 minutes.
7. Once the cupcakes have cooled, decorate them with whipped cream and garnish each cupcake with half a strawberry.
Strawberry Jam:
Ingredients: strawberries, sugar, lemon juice.
Method:
1. Wash the strawberries, remove the stems, and cut them into small pieces.
2. Place the strawberry chunks, sugar, and lemon juice in a pot and heat over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil.
3. Continue to cook for about 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens.
4. After cooling the strawberry jam, it can be used with bread, yogurt, ice cream, and other foods.
