Recipe Ingredients:
- 400ml coconut milk (or regular milk)
- 50 g of chia seeds
- 100 g of condensed milk
- 8 g of vanilla sugar
- 20 g of gelatine + 100 ml of water
- 300 g of strawberries (150 + 150)
- 1 pack of 8 g Dr. Oetker cake gelatine
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 250ml of water
Necessary Kitchen Equipment:
- Large bowl
- Blender
- 18cm diameter mould
- Small bowl
- Pot
- Spatula
- Refrigerator
Preparation and Cooling Time:
- Preparation time: About 20 minutes
- Cooling time: At least 1 hour
Preparation Step by Step:
- Preparation of Chia Seeds:
- In a large bowl, mix the coconut milk (or regular milk) with the chia seeds. Leave to soak for 30 minutes for the chia seeds to swell.
- Preparation of the gelatine:
- Meanwhile, prepare the jelly. In a small bowl, she mixes the gelatin powder with 100 ml of water and lets it swell.
- Cutting Strawberries:
- Cut 150g of strawberries into thin slices for decoration and set aside.
- Preparation of the Strawberry Cream:
- In the blender, combine the remaining 150 g of chopped strawberries, the condensed milk and the vanilla sugar. Blend until you obtain a smooth cream.
- Dissolving Gelatin:
- Dissolve the previously prepared gelatin in a bain-marie or in the microwave. Make sure the gelatin is not hot before proceeding.
- Adding Gelatin to Strawberry Cream:
- Add the dissolved gelatine to the strawberry cream in the blender and mix well.
- Pouring the dough into the mold:
- Pour the cream obtained into an 18 cm diameter mold and level the surface with a spatula.
- Arrangement of Strawberries on Cream:
- Arrange the strawberry slices on the cream, making them adhere slightly.
- Preparation of the gelatine for the covering:
- Prepare the gelatine for the covering by bringing 250 ml of water to the boil with 2 tablespoons of sugar. Once the sugar has dissolved and the water is boiling, add the gelatin powder and stir until completely dissolved.
- Pouring Jelly on the Cake:
- Let the jelly cool for a few minutes at room temperature, then gently pour it over the dessert.
- Cooling of the Cake:
- Transfer the dessert to the refrigerator and let it cool for at least an hour or until the gelatin is completely hardened.
- Service:
- Once ready, serve the strawberry dessert with fresh chia seeds and enjoy it as a light and tasty alternative to the traditional dessert.
Who is this recipe for? This recipe is ideal for those looking for a fresh and light sweetness, enriched with the healthy benefits of chia seeds. It is suitable for those following a vegetarian diet and can be enjoyed by the whole family.
Recipe Tips and Variations:
- For a fresher variation, you can replace the strawberries with other seasonal fruit such as raspberries, blueberries or peaches.
- If you prefer a less sweet dessert, you can reduce the amount of sugar in the strawberry cream or eliminate the condensed milk completely.
- For a vegan version, you can replace the condensed milk with sweetened coconut milk and use plant-based gelatin.
Conclusion: With this recipe, you can create a delicious strawberry dessert with chia seeds that will satisfy your craving for sweetness without weighing you down too much. Enjoy it as a light and healthy dessert to pamper yourself in a tasty way. Enjoy your meal!