Strawberries With Amaretto Sauce

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Fresh strawberries with an almond-flavored Amaretto sauce
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Prep

10 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb fresh strawberries , with leaves ( try to use berries that are ripe , but firm )
3 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 1/2 ounces ground almonds
3 egg whites
5 egg yolks
1/2 lemon , rind of , grated
3 1/2 tablespoons sugar
2 1/2 - 3 ounces Amaretto

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
275
Sugar
28g
Fat
12g
Strawberries with Amaretto sauce is a simple and elegant dessert that's perfect for summer. The sweetness of fresh strawberries is complemented by the nutty and slightly sweet flavor of the Amaretto sauce, which is made with ground almonds, egg yolks, and sugar. The dish is easy to make and can be served in individual portions or as a larger sharing dish. It's a great way to use up strawberries that may be a little past their prime or to impress guests with a dessert that looks and tastes great.

Instructions

1.Clean, hull, and slice strawberries.
2.In a pan, mix sugar, vanilla, and ground almonds. Gradually mix in egg whites, followed by egg yolks.
3.Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
4.Remove from heat and mix in grated lemon rind and Amaretto.
5.Let the sauce cool down to room temperature. In the meantime, arrange sliced strawberries on plates.
6.Serve strawberries with the Amaretto sauce on top.

PROS

Strawberries are low in calories and high in vitamin C.

The Amaretto sauce is a quick and easy way to add flavor to fresh fruit.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and calories due to the added sugar and ground almonds in the sauce.

It may not be suitable for those with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Strawberries are an excellent source of vitamin C, which is important for immune function and skin health. They are also high in antioxidants and fiber, and may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer. Amaretto is a liqueur made from almonds and may provide some antioxidant benefits as well.

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