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Strawberry Burrata Dessert

Strawberry burrata dessert with creamy burrata centers topped with ruby red strawberries. A quick balsamic-honey drizzle and fresh basil finish the elegant, fresh contrast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Burrata
  • 2 balls burrata cheese Keep at cool room temperature so the center stays delicate.
Strawberries
  • 1 lb fresh strawberries Halve for an even ruby-red layer on the plate.
Balsamic drizzle
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
Herbs and finishing
  • 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves Tear by hand for better aroma.
  • 0.25 fleur de sel Add as a finishing pinch.
  • 0.25 cracked black pepper Finish with a few cracks to taste.

Method
 

Plate the strawberries and burrata
  1. Arrange the halved fresh strawberries on 4 serving plates in an even, single layer around the center.
  2. Gently place 1 ball of burrata cheese in the center of each plate, keeping the delicate center intact.
Make and drizzle the balsamic honey
  1. Whisk balsamic vinegar and honey until glossy and smooth.
  2. Drizzle the mixture around the burrata and over the strawberries so the fruit and cheese get a light, ruby coating.
Finish and serve
  1. Tear the fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the dessert for an aromatic, fresh top.
  2. Finish with a pinch of fleur de sel and cracked black pepper, then serve immediately at room temperature.

Notes

Pro tip: Use strawberries that are fully dry after rinsing so the balsamic-honey drizzle clings instead of pooling. Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 1 day, but note the burrata texture softens; for best results, assemble right before serving. Freezing is not recommended because fresh strawberries become watery. If you want a lighter option, swap honey for agave for a milder sweetness while keeping the same drizzle method.