Sophisticated Goat Cheese Dessert with Strawberry Coulis — Elegant and Refreshingly Delicious
This elegant dessert balances creamy goat cheese with a vibrant strawberry coulis infused with fresh basil and lemon zest. The coulis is so good, you’ll want to “recycle” it for other recipes!
🧀 Ingredients
Goat Cheese Cream
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fresh goat cheese | 100 g |
| Powdered sugar | 2 tablespoons |
| Milk | 3 tablespoons |
| Whipping cream | 50 ml |
Strawberry Coulis
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Strawberries | 100 g (hulled) |
| Powdered sugar | 1 heaping tablespoon |
| Large basil leaf | 1 |
| Lemon zest | From 1/4 lemon |
Assembly
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Strawberries | 6 (halved) |
| Oreo biscuit | 1 (crumbled) |
| Basil leaves | For garnish |
🔪 Preparation Steps
- Make goat cheese cream:
Beat goat cheese with powdered sugar and milk until smooth and creamy. Whip the cream until soft peaks form, then gently fold into the goat cheese mixture. Chill in the fridge until ready to use. - Prepare strawberry coulis:
Blend hulled strawberries, powdered sugar, basil leaf, and lemon zest until smooth. Strain through a fine sieve (like a tea strainer) to remove seeds. Keep chilled. - Assemble the dessert:
Place a pastry ring in the center of a plate. Arrange halved strawberries around the edge with cut sides facing outward. Spoon half the goat cheese cream into the ring and level with the back of a spoon. Carefully remove the ring. - Finish plating:
Pour half the coulis around the cheese cream. Sprinkle crumbled Oreo biscuit on top. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
💡 Tips & Serving Suggestions
- Use ripe, fragrant strawberries for the best coulis flavor.
- The coulis pairs wonderfully with other desserts like panna cotta or cheesecake.
- For a dairy-free twist, try coconut cream instead of whipping cream.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less powdered sugar to taste.
🧾 Final Thoughts
This dessert offers a sophisticated flavor combination and elegant presentation that’s perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself. The versatile strawberry coulis adds a bright, fresh note to every bite.