Caroline Kaufman, MS, RDN

Eat Better, Stress Less

Whole Grain Waffle Strawberry Shortcake

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Disclosure: I am a paid spokesperson for California Strawberries and was compensated for this post.

Frozen waffles aren’t just for breakfast anymore. In just a few minutes, you can turn them into a seemingly decadent strawberry shortcake, without cooking or making a mess of your kitchen. For reals. My version is much healthier – and way, way faster to prepare – than traditional strawberry shortcake. Strawberries are naturally sweet but low in sugar (one serving has less than half the sugar of an apple and half the calories of a banana), so you get a lot of sweetness from just the berries themselves.

If you have California strawberries in your refrigerator, it’s easy to whip up a healthy snack or dessert with whatever you have on hand. They’re available year-round (unlike many other fruits, summer isn’t the end of strawberry season in the U.S.) and delicious in sweet and savory dishes (or by themselves). Strawberries are a versatile fruit that can help you keep your nutrition resolutions in check. Happy 2017 everyone!

Whole Grain Waffle Strawberry Shortcake
Recipe Type: Dessert, Snack
Author: Caroline Kaufman, MS, RDN
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Serves: 2 servings
3 ingredients and no cooking required! Whipped cream and strawberries are layered between whole grain toaster waffles in this simple treat.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 lemon
  • 1-1/2 cups fresh California strawberries, cleaned and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 3 frozen whole grain waffles
  • Whipped cream, Greek yogurt, or homemade whipped coconut cream* (see note)
Instructions
  1. Juice the lemon
  2. Macerate the strawberries: In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, sliced strawberries, and sugar. Stir and let sit for 30 minutes.
  3. When the berries are done, toast three waffles.
  4. Plate the first waffle and top with 1/3 of the strawberry mixture and whipped cream (as much as you prefer). Top with the second waffle and add another 1/3 of the strawberries and more whipped cream.
  5. Top with the last waffle, then add whipped cream and finish with the rest of the strawberries. Pour any remaining juice on top.
Notes
To make your own whipped coconut cream:[br]What you’ll need:[br]1 can of coconut milk[br]2. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract[br]3. 1-2 teaspoons of honey[br][br]1. Refrigerate a can of coconut milk for five hours[br]2. Spoon out the thick top layer and add to a small bowl[br]3. In the small bowl, add vanilla extract and honey[br]4. Whip the coconut cream mixture until fluffy

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