Description
Strawberry Santas are a festive and adorable no-bake dessert perfect for the holiday season. Fresh strawberries are transformed into cute little Santas by adding whipped cream and chocolate chip eyes, making them a delightful treat that’s both visually appealing and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Strawberries
- 1 pound fresh strawberries (washed and hulled)
Whipped Cream
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Decorations
- Mini chocolate chips or black sesame seeds (for eyes)
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Cut the tops off the strawberries to create a flat base so they can stand upright. Slice off the pointed end of each strawberry to make a “hat,” and set these tops aside for later use.
- Make the Whipped Cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. This ensures the cream holds its shape for decorating.
- Assemble the Santas: Transfer the whipped cream to a piping bag or a plastic bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe a small dollop of whipped cream onto the base of each strawberry to act as Santa’s beard.
- Add the Hat and Details: Place the strawberry tops back onto the base, pressing gently to secure them as Santa’s hats. Pipe a small dot of whipped cream on top of each hat to resemble a pom-pom.
- Create the Eyes: Use two mini chocolate chips or black sesame seeds to make the eyes on each Santa. Place them carefully on the whipped cream near the hat for the best effect.
- Serve or Store: Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours before serving to keep fresh and chilled.
Notes
- Ensure strawberries are thoroughly dry before assembling to help the whipped cream stick properly.
- For added stability during transport, secure the strawberry hat to the base using a toothpick.
- You can substitute the whipped cream with whipped topping or cream cheese frosting if preferred for different flavor or texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
