Description
Fluffy charlotte aux fraises is an exquisite French dessert that features layers of airy ladyfinger cookies, fresh strawberries, and a rich, creamy filling. Perfect for any occasion, this visually stunning treat balances sweetness with a hint of tartness. Impress your guests at summer gatherings or special celebrations with this delightful dessert that looks as good as it tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 ladyfinger cookies
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 3 gelatin sheets (or 1 tbsp powdered gelatin)
Instructions
- Soak gelatin sheets in cold water for 5 minutes until softened. Squeeze out excess water and dissolve in warm water or milk until melted.
- In a large bowl, whip together heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the melted gelatin into the whipped cream mixture until fully incorporated.
- Line a round cake pan with plastic wrap. Stand ladyfinger cookies upright along the edges.
- Pour half of the whipped cream mixture into the mold next to the ladyfingers and add sliced strawberries on top. Pour in the remaining cream mixture and finish with more strawberries.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
- Carefully invert onto a serving plate, remove plastic wrap, slice, and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg