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Presentation

Dessert based on sponge cake, liqueur, sugar, cream, lemon, wild strawberries, mint.

Ingredients

Sponge cake – ½ cake, thinly sliced (≈ 250 g / 8.8 oz)

Liqueur (e.g., Alkermes) – 1 small glass (≈ 50 ml / 1.7 fl oz / ≈ 3 tablespoons)

Sugar – 2 tablespoons (≈ 25 g / 0.9 oz)

Water – 6 tablespoons (≈ 90 ml / 3 fl oz)

Whipped cream – 12 tablespoons (≈ 180 ml / 6 fl oz / ≈ ¾ cup)

Lemon juice – from ½ lemon (≈ 1 tablespoon / 15 ml)

Wild strawberries – to taste (≈ 100–150 g / 3.5–5.3 oz)

Mint leaves – a few leaves, for garnish

Method

Prepare the syrup by melting the 6 tablespoons of water combined with the 6 tablespoons of sugar on the heat.

Let cool and flavor with the liqueur.

Line each single-portion cup with the slices of sponge cake soaked in the syrup.

Add 2 tablespoons of whipped cream

Store the cups in the fridge.

Separately, wash the strawberries and put them in a bowl with sugar and lemon juice.

At the time of serving, complete the cups with the strawberries and a few mint leaves.

Allergens

Strawberries: individual intolerance; possible cross-reactivity in case of birch allergy

Lemon: Lemon intolerance or possible cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy

Mint: possible cross-reactivity in case of spice allergy

Sponge cake: cereals containing gluten included in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Cream: presence of lactose and milk proteins

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Strawberries: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, and mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act as a protection of the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients, useful for the functioning of the liver for the contribution of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants.

They provide folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Lemon: Rich in substances with antioxidant action: vitamin C, beta-carotene, cryptoxanthin, lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote the regeneration of liver cells, the functionality of the immune system and which act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. A species that provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Liqueur: moderate consumption has a favorable action on the functionality of the cardio-vascular system and on mood, reducing stress and anxiety.

Mint: source of numerous antioxidants and potassium favorable to cardiovascular and liver function.

Sponge cake: Cereals stimulate the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood

Cream: source of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E and K) favorable to the health of the eyes, mucous membranes, bones, immune system and blood clotting.

Sugar: if consumed in moderation without contraindications (diabetes, obesity) it is the main source of energy for the body, improves thinking ability, has a positive effect on mood.

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects suffering from:

• Anorexia – weight loss
• Mucositis (inflammation and lesions of the oral cavity)
• Xerostomia (dry mouth)
• Dysphagia

Not recommended in case of:

• Diarrhea