Fresas Con Crema

The Crispy Chef

A classic Mexican dessert of fresh strawberries tossed in lightly sweetened crema with a touch of vanilla. Simple, creamy, and refreshing — the perfect warm-weather treat that makes store-bought strawberries and cream feel bland in comparison.

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Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Course Dessert

Cuisine Mexican

Servings bowls

Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

Mixing bowls
Cutting board
Knife
Spoon or spatula
serving bowls or glasses

Ingredients

2 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and cut
1 cup Mexican crema (or homemade substitute)
3–4 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp sweetened condensed milk (optional)

Instructions

Cut strawberries into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.
Toss the strawberries with sugar and let them sit for 15 minutes to macerate and release juices.
In a separate bowl, mix crema with vanilla extract (and condensed milk if using).
Gently fold strawberries into the crema mixture. Do not overmix to avoid breaking down the fruit.
Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

For best results, use ripe, fragrant strawberries and authentic Mexican crema (or a homemade substitute). Let strawberries macerate with sugar before folding into the cream for extra flavor. Variations include adding condensed milk for richness, lime for brightness, or even a pinch of salt as done by street vendors. Best served within a few hours of preparation.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 35mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 4gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 150mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Keyword easy summer dessert, fresas con crema, Mexican dessert, strawberries and cream