Balsamic Strawberry Shortcake Trifles with Basil-Infused Whipped Cream

June 23, 2013

Strawberries and balsamic vinegar are a match made in heaven. Add basil to the mix and it really kicks things up a notch! I combine all these flavors along with shortcake to make a perfect dessert. I found really cute mini trifle cups on Amazon to make this wonderful dessert into a trifle. What a perfect summer dessert!

For the whipped cream:

1 pint heavy cream

15 large basil leaves, chopped

3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar

For the shortcakes:

2 cups flour

4 teaspoons baking powder

3/4 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 tablespoons sugar

1/4 cup butter, room temperature

3/4 cup half and half

Melted butter to brush shortcakes

For the berries:

2 pints strawberries, rinsed and sliced

1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

3 tablespoons sugar

1 pint blueberries for the top

For the whipped cream:

1 pint heavy cream

15 large basil leaves, chopped

3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar

Make the whipped cream. Heat heavy cream and basil leaves over medium heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cover for 10 minutes. Strain through a fine sieve and chill in refrigerator until...
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Nutritions

Calories
926

Sodium
390mg
16% DV

Fat
67g
103% DV

Protein
10g
20% DV

Carbs
66g
22% DV

Fiber
6g
27% DV