Champagne Soaked Berries with Whipped Cream

By khojnicki

Ingredients

• 1/2 c champagne or other sparkling wine
• 1/4 c agave nectar, divided
• 1 tsp grated orange rind
• 1 16 oz. package fresh strawberries, halved
• 2 6 oz. packages fresh blueberries
• 1/2 c heavy whipping cream
• 8 amaretti cookies, coarsely crumbled

Preparation

Step 1

Combine champagne, 3 tbsp agave, and rind in a large bowl. Add berries; toss gently to combine. Cover and chill 30 mins.

Place cream in a medium bowl; beat with a mixer at high speed until stiff peaks form. Beat in remaining 1 tbsp agave. Place 3/4 c berry mixture in each of 8 bowls. Top each serving with 2 tbsp whipped cream; divide crushed cookies among servings.