Description
A delightful chilled sandwich made with fluffy milk bread, sweet whipped cream, and fresh strawberries, perfect for a light dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 slices Milk bread (Shokupan if available, otherwise the softest white bread)
- 1 cup Fresh strawberries (Choose medium to large, bright red strawberries)
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream (Ensure it is cold for whipping)
- 2 tablespoons Sugar (To lightly sweeten the whipped cream)
Instructions
Preparation
- Trim the crusts off the milk bread slices using a serrated knife if desired.
- Wash and dry the strawberries, then trim the tops off.
Whipping the Cream
- In a cold bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream and sugar.
- Whip the cream until stiff peaks form, ensuring not to overwhip.
Assembling the Sando
- Spread a thick layer of whipped cream on one slice of bread.
- Arrange the strawberries on top of the cream as desired, with larger ones in the center.
- Add more whipped cream around the strawberries to fill gaps.
- Place another slice of bread, cream side down, on top.
- Gently press the sandwich together to seal it.
Chilling
- Wrap the sandwich tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 45 minutes, up to 2 hours.
Serving
- Using a sharp knife, slice the sandwich diagonally and serve chilled.
Notes
Best served fresh, within a few hours for optimal texture. Can be made ahead but use within the same day for the best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: brunch, Dessert, Snack
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
