Creating a delicious Strawberries and Cream Cocktail is a delightful way to celebrate summer or enjoy a refreshing beverage while watching the Wimbledon tennis tournament. This cocktail combines the freshness of strawberries with the richness of half-and-half and a touch of sweetness from sugar, perfectly balanced for a creamy and fruity drink.
Recipe Details:
- Name: Strawberries and Cream Cocktail
- Cook Time: Not applicable
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Description: A really yummy cocktail, best enjoyed during the Wimbledon tennis tournament.
- Recipe Category: Beverages
- Keywords: Strawberry, Berries, Fruit, Kosher, < 15 Mins, No Cook, Beginner Cook, Small Appliance, Easy
- Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
- Review Count: 1
- Calories: 154.5 per serving
- Fat Content: 6.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 21mg
- Sodium Content: 23.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 23.2g
- Fiber Content: 0.5g
- Sugar Content: 20.1g
- Protein Content: 1.8g
- Servings: 1
- Yield: Not specified
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons half-and-half
- 2 strawberries, hulled
- 2 cups crushed ice
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Gather your ingredients: sugar, half-and-half, strawberries, and crushed ice.
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Blend First Ingredients: In a blender, combine sugar, half-and-half, and crushed ice. Blend at high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Add Strawberries: Add the hulled strawberries to the blender.
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Blend Again: Pulse the blender for about 10 seconds or until the strawberries are incorporated into the mixture but still slightly chunky for texture.
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Serve: Pour the cocktail into a parfait glass. Optionally, garnish with a fresh strawberry on the rim or floating in the cocktail for an extra touch of elegance.
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Enjoy: Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy this strawberries and cream delight!
Tips for Success:
- Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Chilled Ingredients: Ensure your half-and-half and crushed ice are chilled before blending to maintain a refreshing temperature.
- Customize: Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar according to your taste preferences.
- Presentation: For a more festive look, consider rimming the glass with sugar or decorating with a strawberry slice on the rim.
This Strawberries and Cream Cocktail is not only quick and easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser with its creamy texture and fruity flavor. Whether you’re enjoying it during a summer gathering or while cheering on your favorite tennis players at Wimbledon, it’s sure to be a hit!
