recipe:Quick Summery Pudding: Cheat’s Strawberry & Basil Shortcake Pots

by | 21 Aug, 2025 | Recipes

Quick Summery Pudding: Cheat’s Strawberry & Basil Shortcake Pots

Ready in: 10 mins
Serves: 2

Ingredients:

  • A handful of fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 1 tsp sugar or honey
  • A few torn basil leaves (trust me!)
  • 4 small shortbread biscuits (or crushed meringue for an Eton Mess twist)
  • 4 tbsp Greek yoghurt or mascarpone (or a mix)
  • A drizzle of balsamic glaze or elderflower cordial (optional but lush)

 

Method:

  1. Mix strawberries with the sugar/honey and basil. Set aside to macerate.
  2. Lightly crush the shortbread and layer into glasses or bowls.
  3. Top with yoghurt/mascarpone, then spoon over the juicy strawberries.
  4. Finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze or cordial if using.

🍋 You can also swap the strawberries for peaches or nectarines if you fancy a change.

 

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