restaurant Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 3 tbsp granulated sugar
• 6 oz pound cake or shortcake biscuits
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• optional garnish: mint sprigs, whole berries

list_alt Instructions

1. 1
   In a bowl, combine sliced strawberries with 1 tablespoon of sugar. Toss to coat, then let sit for at least 30 minutes at room temperature - this draws out their juices to create a syrup.
2. 2
   Cut the pound cake or biscuits into bite-sized cubes. If using biscuits, you can lightly toast them for extra texture.
3. 3
   In a chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream, remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, and vanilla extract until medium-stiff peaks form.
4. 4
   Begin assembling parfaits: place a layer of cake cubes in the bottom of each serving glass.
5. 5
   Add a layer of macerated strawberries and their juices.
6. 6
   Add a generous layer of whipped cream.
7. 7
   Repeat layers until glasses are filled, ending with a dollop of whipped cream.
8. 8
   Garnish with a mint sprig or a whole strawberry. Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour before serving.