Description
This refreshing Italian Macerated Strawberries recipe features fresh strawberries macerated with a touch of sugar, aged balsamic vinegar, and vanilla extract to create a luscious, syrupy topping perfect for desserts or enjoying on their own. The natural sweetness of the strawberries is enhanced with a subtle tang from the balsamic and aromatic vanilla, making it a versatile and easy no-cook dessert option ideal for summer.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberries
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
Flavorings
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (traditional or aged)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish (optional)
- Fresh basil or mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, gently mix the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar, balsamic vinegar, and vanilla extract until the strawberries are evenly coated.
- Macerate: Cover the bowl and let the mixture sit at room temperature for 30 to 60 minutes. Stir occasionally to help the strawberries release their natural juices, forming a syrupy mixture.
- Serve: Spoon the macerated strawberries over vanilla ice cream, mascarpone, or pound cake, or simply enjoy them on their own. Garnish with fresh basil or mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- For deeper, richer flavor, refrigerate the mixture for up to 4 hours before serving.
- Adjust sugar and balsamic vinegar quantities to suit your taste preferences.
- Using white balsamic vinegar will yield a milder flavor profile.
- This recipe is naturally vegan and gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
