Balsamic Strawberries with Basil Shortbread Crumble
Serves: 4–6
Prep Time: 20–25 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Ingredients
Shortbread Crumble
- 375 ml (1½ cups) all-purpose flour
- 90 ml (⅓ cup) icing sugar
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 120 ml (½ cup) La Belle Excuse Fresh Basil Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 pinch salt
Topping
- 500 ml (2 cups) strawberries, cut into pieces
- 45 ml (3 tbsp) La Belle Excuse Traditional Balsamic Vinegar
- 250 ml (1 cup) 35% whipping cream, well chilled
- 60 ml (¼ cup) icing sugar
- Fresh basil leaves
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, combine the flour, icing sugar, lemon zest, basil olive oil, and salt until a crumbly dough forms.
- Press the dough into a loaf pan lined with parchment paper. Lightly prick the surface with a fork.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the shortbread is lightly golden. Let cool completely, then crumble into coarse pieces.
- Meanwhile, place the strawberries in a bowl and toss with the balsamic vinegar. Let macerate for a few minutes.
- In a chilled bowl, whip the cream and icing sugar with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- Divide the strawberries among serving bowls or glasses. Top with the whipped cream, then finish with the shortbread crumble and fresh basil leaves.