Pimms, Strawberry and mint cups

Classic English summer ingredients make these boozy pots a garden party must-have.

information

Serves: 4
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: Plus 1 hour's marinating time
Syns per serving:

Green: 2

Original: 2

Extra Easy: 2

ingredients

511g fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
1 tbsp artificial sweetener
57ml Pimm's
A small handful of fresh mint leaves, cut into strips, plus 4 whole springs to decorate

method

1. Put the halved strawberries in a bowl and sprinkle over the sweetener. Cover and set aside for a few minutes.
2. Uncover the strawberries, pour over the Pimm's and tuck the strips of mint between the berries. Cover and leave to marinate for about 1 hour.
3. Divide the strawberry mixture between 4 colourful cups or dessert glasses and decorate with the springs of mint.

Tip: Hulling a strawberry means removing the green leafy top. Using a small, sharp knife held at an angle, cut a circle around the leafy bit and into the flesh. Discard the hull, then wipe the strawberry with damp kitchen paper.