Introduction: Strawberry cream is a delicious and versatile topping that can be used to enrich a variety of desserts, from cakes to cupcakes to puddings. With its fresh and fruity flavour, it is perfect for adding a touch of sweetness and freshness to your desserts. In this recipe, I will guide you step by step in preparing a creamy and delicious strawberry cream that will surprise and delight your guests.
Ingredients:
- Strawberries (200 g / 1 cup)
- Sugar (80 g / 1/3 cup)
- Corn starch (25 g / 2 tablespoons)
- 1 egg yolk
- Cold cream 33% (200ml / 4/5 cups)
- Wilton 1M piping bag with nozzle
Necessary Kitchen Equipment:
- Medium saucepan
- Whip
- Wilton 1M piping bag with nozzle
Preparation and Cooking Time:
- Preparation time: approximately 15 minutes
- Cooking time: approximately 5-7 minutes
- Total time: approximately 20-25 minutes
Preparation Steps:
- Preparation of Strawberries:
- Start by carefully washing the strawberries under running water and cutting them into small pieces.
- Place the cut strawberries in a saucepan along with the sugar and cornstarch.
- Cooking the Cream:
- Cook the strawberries, sugar and cornstarch over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a whisk.
- Continue cooking until the cream becomes thick and velvety, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Preparation of the whipped cream:
- While the strawberry cream cools, pour the cold cream into a bowl and whip it with a whisk until it becomes thick and firm.
- Adding Egg Yolk:
- Once the strawberry cream has cooled, add the egg yolk and mix well until fully incorporated.
- Incorporation of Whipped Cream:
- Gently add the whipped cream to the strawberry cream, mixing with delicate movements from bottom to top until smooth.
- Transfer in Sac à Poche:
- Transfer the strawberry cream into the piping bag with Wilton 1M nozzle, ready to be used to decorate your favorite desserts.
- Service:
- Use the strawberry cream to decorate cakes, cupcakes or desserts. You can also enjoy it on its own, perhaps accompanied by a base of crumbled biscuits for a fresh and tasty dessert.
Who is this Recipe For: This recipe is perfect for dessert lovers who want to enrich their desserts with a fresh and fruity garnish. It is also suitable for those looking for a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious strawberry cream to surprise their guests.
Tips and Variations:
- If you prefer a smoother consistency, you can pass the strawberry cream through a fine strainer to remove any lumps.
- For an extra touch of sweetness, you can add a little lemon juice to the strawberry cream while cooking.