Strawberry Sandwich That Looks Too Pretty to Eat
A simple and elegant Japanese-inspired strawberry sandwich made with fresh strawberries, sweet whipped cream, and fluffy white bread. Perfect for tea time or a light dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
Ingredients
6 medium strawberries
4 slices white milk bread (shokupan preferred)
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
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Wash and hull strawberries. Pat dry completely.
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In a chilled bowl, whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
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Trim crusts off bread slices.
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Spread a thick layer of whipped cream on two slices of bread.
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Place strawberries in a line or pattern on the cream.
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Cover berries with more cream and top with remaining bread slices.
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Wrap each sandwich tightly in plastic wrap.
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Chill in the fridge for 30–60 minutes.
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Slice diagonally or into rectangles with a sharp knife.
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Serve immediately for best texture and appearance.
Notes
Use similarly sized strawberries for clean presentation. Do not skip the chilling step — it ensures easier slicing.