{
  "id": "CAT03-R24",
  "slug": "cat03-r24-florida-strawberry-shortcake-fizz",
  "url": "https://www.thisisflorida.us/florida-recipes/recipes/cat03-r24-florida-strawberry-shortcake-fizz.html",
  "title": "Florida Strawberry Shortcake Fizz",
  "category": "Drinks",
  "category_id": "CAT03",
  "language": "en",
  "yield_servings_base": 4,
  "servings_scale_options": [
    2,
    4,
    6,
    8
  ],
  "prep_time_minutes": 10,
  "cook_time_minutes": 0,
  "total_time_minutes": 10,
  "primary_cooking_method": "NO_COOK",
  "primary_food": "strawberry",
  "vegetarian": true,
  "allergens": [
    "milk"
  ],
  "ingredients": [
    "1½ cups hulled strawberries (225 g)",
    "2 cups chilled sparkling water (480 ml)",
    "½ teaspoon vanilla extract",
    "2 cups ice (280 g)",
    "4 small strawberries, for garnish",
    "½ cup whipped cream, optional (120 ml)",
    "1–2 tablespoons sugar",
    "optional"
  ],
  "directions": [
    "1. Rinse strawberries, remove stems, and mash or blend until mostly smooth.",
    "2. Stir in vanilla and a little sugar if the berries are tart.",
    "3. Divide strawberry puree among four ice-filled glasses.",
    "4. Slowly top with sparkling water and stir gently.",
    "5. Add a small spoonful of whipped cream if desired; garnish with a berry."
  ],
  "food_safety": "Keep whipped cream refrigerated and do not leave topped drinks out for extended periods."
}