1. **Cooling**: Let the finished strawberry cardinal slices sit in the fridge for at least 2 hours so that they cool thoroughly and the flavors combine.
2. **Serve**: Cut the cardinal slices into pieces and arrange on dessert plates. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve immediately.
### Tips and Tricks
– **Egg whites**: Make sure that no egg yolk gets into the egg white mixture, as this can affect the stiffness.
– **Meringue strips**: If you don’t have a piping bag at hand, you can also use a spoon or a palette to spread the meringue mixture and the sponge cake dough onto the baking tray.
– **Flavours**: For an extra flavor kick, you can add some lemon zest or a few drops of almond flavor to the sponge cake mixture.
– **Cream alternatives**: Mascarpone or a mixture of quark and cream can be used instead of whipped cream to give the filling a different texture and taste.
The strawberry cardinal slices are a wonderfully light and refreshing dessert that not only impresses visually, but also tastes great. The combination of crispy meringue, fluffy sponge cake and fresh strawberries makes every bite a real treat. Try this recipe and surprise your guests with a homemade Austrian delicacy!
