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Swedish Cream with Strawberry Sauce

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Swedish cream is a smooth and creamy dessert made with sour cream and gelatin for a delicate, tangy finish, served with a vibrant strawberry sauce—elegant, refreshing, and ideal for summer or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 packet (7g) unflavored gelatin
  • 3 tbsp cold water
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
  • 2 tbsp sugar (for sauce)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Extra strawberries for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small bowl and let bloom for 5 minutes.
  2. In a saucepan, heat heavy cream and sugar over medium heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture is hot (not boiling).
  3. Remove from heat and stir in bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  4. Whisk in vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth.
  5. Pour into serving glasses or ramekins and chill for at least 4 hours until set.
  6. For the sauce, blend strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice until smooth. Strain if desired.
  7. Spoon strawberry sauce over set cream and garnish with strawberry slices or roses.
  8. Serve chilled.

Notes

  • Use full-fat sour cream for the creamiest texture.
  • The dessert can be made a day ahead and refrigerated overnight.
  • Strain strawberry sauce for a velvety finish or leave rustic with seeds.
  • Pairs beautifully with other berries like raspberries or blueberries.

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