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Light and naturally sweet, this Easy Strawberry Dessert for Two, with a splash of orange liqueur is like having a cocktail and dessert all in one!

Strawberry Dessert for Two

Enjoy this as a special romantic dessert, or double and triple the recipe for the whole family to enjoy. Just substitute orange juice for the alcohol.
5 from 4 votes
Prep Time :15 minutes
Macerate Strawberries :1 hour
Total Time :1 hour 15 minutes
Servings :2
Calories :220
Course :Dessert

Ingredients

  • 12 medium strawberries
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp orange liqueur
  • 1 medium orange
  • whipped cream and whole strawberries for garnish optional

Instructions 

  • Wash and hull the strawberries. Cut each strawberry into thin slices.
  • Zest 1/2 of orange. Cut non-zested half of orange into slices. Juice remaining orange half. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl combine the strawberries with sugar, orange liqueur and the juice of half an orange. Allow strawberries to soften and absorb flavors for 1 hour.
  • Use one orange slice to go around the rim of each serving glasses. Pour sugar into a bowl. Dip each serving glass rim into the sugar, twisting to make sure the rim is completely covered.
  • Spoon strawberries into glasses, and garnish with orange slice, zest and a dollop of whipped cream. Serve and enjoy together!!

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts
Strawberry Dessert for Two
Serving Size
 
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
220
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Sodium
 
3
mg
0
%
Potassium
 
229
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
 
45
g
15
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
42
g
47
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
147
IU
3
%
Vitamin C
 
77
mg
93
%
Calcium
 
38
mg
4
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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