Strawberry recipes are perfect for every occasion and craving! Get 25 of my BEST easy strawberry recipes to capture all that sweet berry flavor. From salads to side dishes and bakery-inspired favorites, it’s a strawberry summer!
I love incorporating strawberries into everything for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert. Even my summertime cocktails can’t escape the strawberry love! When strawberries are at their freshest, they are delicious in every way.
Today, I’m sharing all my best ways to use strawberries with reader-favorite recipes I’ve collected over the past decade. Find my famous strawberry shortcake (soaked in heavy whipping cream) in the free printable recipe card, too!
Tips
- Strawberries are so good for you! They have zero sodium, and they are also a fat-free, cholesterol-free, and low-calorie food.
- If baking with frozen strawberries, choose a bag with no added sugar.
- To make strawberries last longer, don’t remove the stem, and don’t wash them before storing in the refrigerator.
- Line your strawberry container with a dry paper towel.
- They store best in a single layer.
- Store in the coldest part of your fridge.
25 Strawberry Recipes
Strawberry Crumble
Topped with a crumble topping with oats that is perfectly moist, soft and yet crunchy.
Desserts
Strawberry Crumble
This fabulous strawberry crumble dessert is everything you want it to be! Filled with ripe, juicy berries, it’s topped with a strawberry crumble topping that is perfectly moist, soft and yet crunchy. Read More
50 mins
Strawberry Muffins
Skip the mix and learn how to make Strawberry Shortcake from scratch topped with whipped cream. One decadent secret takes this recipe over the top!
Breakfast & Brunch
Strawberry Muffins
Make our family favorite sweet strawberry muffins! These muffins have a tender crumb and crunchy sugar muffin top. This strawberry muffin recipe is made from scratch in minutes! Read More
28 mins
Fresh Strawberry Ideas
Strawberry Bread
It requires just a few staple ingredients, fresh strawberries and about 5 minutes hands on time.
Recipes
Strawberry Bread
Delightfully easy and moist Strawberry bread recipe made with staple ingredients in just a few minutes hands on time! You can add a little glaze or leave it just as it is – it’s so simple and yet feels so special, bursting with strawberry flavor. Read More
Strawberry Toppings
Strawberry Salads
Dips
Drinks
Drunken Strawberries
Make these boozy strawberries for the ultimate poolside treat this summer!
Recipes
Drunken Strawberries
Recipe for Drunken Strawberries, Rosé Strawberries or Wine Marinated Strawberries – whatever you want to call them, you’ll be calling them the perfect summer treat! Read More
10 mins
Pies and Tarts
Ice Cream
Last but not least, don’t skip my famous strawberry shortcake!
Easy Strawberry Recipes: Strawberry Shortcake
Ingredients
STRAWBERRY SYRUP
- 3½ cups strawberries fresh, sliced
- ⅔ cup white granulated sugar
SHORTCAKES
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 3 tablespoons white granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
WHIPPED CREAM
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 powdered sugar up to 1½ cups to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400℉ and grease 8×8 baking dish.
STRAWBERRY TOPPING
- Combine strawberries and sugar in a small mixing bowl. Refrigerate covered until ready to serve. A syrup will develop over time.3½ cups strawberries, ⅔ cup white granulated sugar
SHORTCAKES
- In a medium mixing bowl or stand mixer, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar and salt.2 cups all purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ¼ teaspoon baking soda, 3 tablespoons white granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon salt
- Gradually blend in heavy cream and vanilla until combined and no longer crumbly.1½ cups heavy whipping cream, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Bake 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
WHIPPED CREAM
- In a medium mixing bowl or stand mixer, beat heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gradually add in powdered sugar until just combined.2 cups heavy whipping cream, 1 powdered sugar
ASSEMBLE
- Slice shortcake into squares or use a cookie or biscuit cutter to create shapes. Top with strawberry topping and a scoop of whipped cream.
Julie’s Tips
- Adding a splash of liqueur like Grand Marnier or Cointreau to the strawberries can enhance the flavor.
- Flavor the Whipped Cream: For a twist, add a bit of lemon zest or a splash of almond extract to the whipped cream.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the strawberries and shortcakes a few hours in advance, but assemble just before serving to keep the shortcakes from getting soggy.
Storage Notes
Store shortcake up to 5 days refrigerated in an airtight container. Store at room temperature in an airtight container up to 3 days. Store the strawberry syrup up to 4 days refrigerated in an airtight container. The homemade whipped cream can be stored to 48 hours refrigerated in an airtight container. Stir to refresh. Freeze up to 2 months.Estimated nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is not guaranteed.
Awesome recipe! Muffins were super moist and fluffy ! I’m going to try and add in some white chocolate chips next time..should I add w the strawberries at the same time? What do you recommend? Also, can I use berries that I froze?
Thanks in advance ☺️
Hi Katie!
Yes, I’d try to add the white chocolate chips along with the strawberries.
If you try this recipe with frozen berries (we haven’t tested it) you’ll likely need to bake a little longer, as they will likely lower the temperature of the batter. Keep an eye on your muffins and test for doneness with a toothpick.
I hope that helps, and I’m so glad you love these muffins!
Julie
If you’re not already a fan of strawberries, you should be. Not only are they juicy, summery and delicious, they’re a bona fide superfood, too. I usually make many kinds of cake, juice,… and something like that with them, particularly chocolate covered strawberries. It doesn’t take my time, is so easy to make, and really appetizing to enjoy. Just need to turn the strawberries upside down and insert by the toothpicks into a piece of styrofoam for easy cooling, or simply place them on a sheet of wax paper. White chocolate may be drizzled over the milk chocolate for a fancier look. It’s perfect for a weekend party!
I have tried them they are so good
Yum! These all look delicious, but I’m dying to try those strawberry hand pies.
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