Spectacular Strawberry Dessert Recipe

Name: Spectacular Strawberry Dessert
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter, softened; 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; Dash salt; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour; Dash salt; 3/4 cup 2% milk; 1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon butter; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries; 4 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar; 4 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, divided; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; Fresh mint and additional sliced strawberries, optional

Servings: persons

1/4 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Dash salt
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
Dash salt
3/4 cup 2% milk
1 large egg yolk, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
4 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, divided
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Fresh mint and additional sliced strawberries, optional

1
In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour and salt. Gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. With lightly floured hands, press onto a 7-1/2-in. pizza pan; build up edges slightly. Bake at 350u00b0 for 12-15 minutes or until edges and bottom are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes.
2
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, flour and salt. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Gradually stir 2 tablespoons of hot filling into egg yolk; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer.
3
Remove from the heat. Gently stir in butter and vanilla. Cool for 30 minutes without stirring. Pour over crust. Top with strawberries.
4
In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and 2 tablespoons coconut until smooth. In another bowl, beat cream on medium speed until soft peaks form; fold into cream cheese mixture. Carefully spread over strawberries. Toast remaining coconut; sprinkle over topping. Garnish with mint and berries if desired. Chill for at least 4 hours.

600

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup butter, softened, 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Spectacular Strawberry Dessert falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Spectacular Strawberry Dessert

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