Strawberries Romanoff
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4.9
Strawberries Romanoff
Description
The Strawberries Romanoff recipe uses hulled and quartered fresh strawberries combined with granulated sugar and Grand Marnier to macerate for one to two hours, which softens the berries and infuses them with a mild orange flavor. The cold heavy cream is whipped with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, then gently folded with sour cream to create a rich, smooth topping that adds a subtle tanginess.
For serving, the strawberries are divided into individual glasses or bowls with syrup spooned over them if desired, followed by the cream mixture. Serving the dessert soon after assembly ensures freshness and maintains the texture contrast between the syrupy berries and fluffy cream.
This dessert balances the natural sweetness and acidity of the strawberries with the creamy, slightly tart topping and the distinctive flavor of the liqueur, making it suitable as a light and elegant finale to a meal.
Using the recommended amount of Grand Marnier (or a similar orange liqueur) is important to achieve the proper flavor without overwhelming the berries.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs strawberry or 2 pints; fresh; hulled and quartered
- 4 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 4 Tbsp Grand Marnier orange liqueur
- 1 cup heavy cream cold
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine cut strawberries, 4 Tbsp sugar and 4 Tbsp liqueur, stir to combine then cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 2 hours, stirring once or twice.
- Before serving, in a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup cold heavy cream and 1/4 cup powdered sugar. Beat until stiff peaks form. With a spatula, fold in 1/4 cup sour cream just until well blended.
- To serve, stir strawberries and divide between 6 serving glasses or bowls. Spoon a little syrup over the berries if you like.
- Spoon cream over strawberries, dividing evenly. Enjoy right away or chill and serve within 2 hrs of assembly. This is best enjoyed fresh.
Notes
- Grand Marnier is an orange-flavored liqueur; a small 1 oz bottle is enough for this recipe and can be found at most liquor stores.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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