Strawberry Dream

Recipe View 1 hrs Prepare strawberry puree: Mix quartered strawberries and 1 tablespoon of sugar in a bowl. Let sit and macerate for 1 hour, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes. Use an immersion blender to blend into a smooth puree. Pass through a mesh strainer to remove seeds, if desired. Cover and refrigerate until needed. (Time: 1 hour + chilling)

Recipe View 7 mins Prepare cream mixture: Combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar and heavy cream in a saucepan. Set heat to medium-high and bring to a boil while whisking occasionally; be careful, since cream can easily boil over. Once cream just starts to boil, reduce heat to medium-low and maintain a steady simmer for 5 minutes. (Time: 7 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Remove from the heat and whisk in vanilla, lemon juice, and 1/3 cup of the reserved strawberry puree until completely incorporated. Let cool for 10 to 15 minutes. (Time: 15 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins While the cream is cooling, pour the remaining strawberry puree evenly into 4 dessert glasses. (Time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 4 hrs 5 mins Pour the cooled cream mixture into the glasses. Wrap with plastic wrap and pop in the refrigerator until thoroughly chilled, 3 to 4 hours. (Time: 5 minutes + chilling)

Recipe View 5 mins Meanwhile, prepare topping: Toss diced strawberries and the remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar together in a small bowl. Wrap with plastic wrap and chill alongside the strawberry dreams. (Time: 5 minutes + chilling)

Recipe View 2 mins When ready to serve, remove strawberry dreams and topping from the refrigerator. Stir the topping and spoon strawberries and any accumulated juices on top of each dream. (Time: 2 minutes)