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No-Bake Strawberry Ladyfinger Cake

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A no-bake French classic, this Charlotte aux Fraises is a light and elegant strawberry dessert made with ladyfingers, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries, perfect for spring gatherings or afternoon tea.

Ingredients

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  • 24 ladyfinger biscuits (savoiardi)
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (for macerating strawberries)
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons powdered gelatin
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1/2 cup strawberry jam (optional, for layering)
  • Edible flowers and gold leaf for decoration (optional)

Instructions

  1. Line the bottom and sides of an 8-inch springform pan with ladyfingers, standing the side ones upright and tightly packed.
  2. In a small bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with 1 tablespoon sugar and let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.
  3. Bloom the gelatin by sprinkling it over cold water in a small bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes, then gently heat until dissolved. Let cool slightly.
  4. In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  5. Gradually add the cooled gelatin to the whipped cream and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
  6. Fold in half of the macerated strawberries into the whipped cream mixture.
  7. Spoon half of the cream mixture into the prepared pan over the ladyfingers. If using jam, spread a thin layer over this cream.
  8. Add the remaining cream and smooth the top.
  9. Decorate with the rest of the sliced strawberries, piped cream, edible flowers, and gold leaf if desired.
  10. Chill the charlotte for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the gelatin is fully dissolved before adding it to the whipped cream to prevent clumping.
  • Chill your mixing bowl and beaters for best whipped cream results.
  • Use very fresh strawberries for optimal flavor and presentation.
  • For a more intense strawberry flavor, include the optional jam layer.

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