Strawberries are a delicious and versatile fruit that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. One of the most popular ways to prepare strawberries is with Cointreau, a sweet orange liqueur that adds a unique flavor and aroma to the fruit. Whether you're looking for a simple dessert or a more elaborate dish, there are plenty of recipes that combine strawberries and Cointreau to create a truly memorable culinary experience.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
STRAWBERRIES IN COINTREAU
Make and share this Strawberries in Cointreau recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sonya01
Categories Dessert
Time 5m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place the strawberries and Cointreau in a medium bowl and stir until well combined. Cover and place in the fridge for 1-2 hours to macerate.
- Run a vegetable peeler to peel along the long edge of the block of chocolate to make chocolate curls. Set aside until serving.
- To serve, spoon the strawberry mixture into serving bowls. Top with cream and chocolate curls.
STRAWBERRIES WITH COINTREAU
This one takes a couple hours because the strawberries have to soak up the cointreau, so allow enough time for that. If you don't want to whip your own whipped cream just use it from a can! This is from The Vancouver Sun Newspaper, 1996.
Provided by Punky Julster
Categories Dessert
Time 2h25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel wide strips of zest without the pith from orange and cut into very thin strips. (Put aside rest of orange for another use.).
- In small saucepan, combine granulated sugar and water; bring to the boil over high heat.
- Add orange zest; reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let syrup cool; stir in liqueur.
- Put berries in bowl.
- Add syrup and orange zest; set aside for 2 hours.
- Whip cream and sweeten to taste with powdered sugar.
- Serve strawberries topped with whipped cream and garnished each serving with a whole strawberry.
ZESTY STRAWBERRIES WITH COINTREAU
Make the most of the fresh taste of British strawberries with this simple recipe. In season from the end of May
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Buffet, Dessert, Dinner, Treat
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Tip the strawberries into a large bowl. Splash over the Cointreau, add the orange zest and sift in the icing sugar, then give everything a really good mix. Cover, then leave for 1 hr or more for the juices to become syrupy and the strawberries to soak up some of the alcohol.
- To serve, scatter the mint leaves over the strawberries and give them one more good stir, then spoon into individual glass dishes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.02 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose ripe, sweet strawberries for the best flavor, preferably organic ones.
- Use a sharp knife to hull the strawberries and cut a small cross at the bottom.
- For a boozy treat, soak the strawberries in Cointreau for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Use a good quality Cointreau, as it will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish.
- Serve the strawberries with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special treat.
- Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Strawberries with Cointreau is a simple yet delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Serve it as a refreshing summer snack or as a decadent dessert after a special meal. This versatile dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
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