Strawberry Recipes

What can you do with lots of strawberries? I love them, so it’s not surprising that I have accumulated a bunch of recipes. Strawberry treats and dishes are not limited to desserts as you will see from all the ideas I’m sharing today!

What Can I Make with All These Strawberries?

Dessert is not the only thing that strawberries shine in! I’ve put together a list of breakfast ideas, cocktails, drinks, frozen treats, appetizers and more. 

How do I store them?

First off, if you picked your berries from their vines yourself, don’t wash them just yet. Store them in shallow containers in the refrigerator. Why shallow? When berries are stored too close together or on top of each other, mold can form.

When you are ready to make one of these delicious recipes below, then wash your fruit. 

Can I freeze them?

You can freeze an overabundance of fresh strawberries by placing them on a waxed paper lined cooking sheet (be sure they aren’t touching each other) and place it in the freezer for a couple hours. Once the fruit is frozen, remove them from the sheet and store them in the freezer in a gallon sized zipper storage bag.

Dessert Recipes

Many desserts call for fresh strawberries, but some use frozen instead. Always check the recipe first because fresh berries and frozen berries don’t behave the same way.

Strawberry Shortcake

An amazing strawberry shortcake recipe that is perfect for summer celebrations. In less than an hour you can have this gorgeous cake ready.

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Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Learn how to make beautiful chocolate covered strawberries. This easy recipe shows you how to make chocolate dipped fruit that looks like you bought them from a candy shop, and it's so simple!

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Strawberry Pretzel Salad

This strawberry pretzel salad is great for any time of year, but is especially popular at picnics, potlucks, parties, holiday dinners, and large family gatherings.

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Strawberry Pie

This strawberry pie recipe uses jello, which was my grandma's favorite. It makes the strawberry pie filling super easy to slice and oh so delicious.

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Strawberry Shortcake Trifle

This strawberry shortcake trifle recipe is extra easy on the tastebuds and entirely worthy of its 5-star rating!

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Strawberry Dream Dessert

A delicious strawberry cream cheese dessert, perfect for potlucks and BBQ's! It's one of those dessert recipes you'll want to make again and again.

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Strawberry Icebox Cake

I don’t even know where to begin with how amazingly delicious and easy this Strawberry Icebox Cake is! Strawberries, whipped cream, and graham crackers - that’s all you need to make this no-bake wonder.

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Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake

Rich and decadent with a bright and fruity strawberry swirl, this cheesecake is an impressive dessert for special occasions. Make it a day in advance to give it time to chill overnight in the refrigerator.

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Prize Winning Rhubarb Crumble

This recipe for berry rhubarb crumble won a $5,000 prize!Tangy rhubarb combined with sweet strawberries and blueberries makes for a delicious dessert.

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Mixed Summer Berry Trifle

This mixed summer berry trifle is a delightful, show stopping dessert. Two layers of angel food cake, vanilla-lemon cream cheese, vanilla pudding, mixed berries and whipped topping.

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Strawberry Cake

Perfect for potlucks and great for strawberry season, this amazing strawberry cake is beautiful AND portable!

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Breakfast Ideas

There’s plenty of smoothie recipes here, but that’s not all. Learn to make your own strawberry jam, layer up a delicious parfait, or make strawberry muffins!

Strawberry Smoothie

A classic strawberry smoothie made with frozen berries, honey, vanilla, and milk. A healthy and delicious breakfast on the go!

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Fresh Strawberry Muffins

A beautifully delicious way to use fresh strawberries, these muffins have a few secret ingredients to make them wonderful!

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Strawberry Beet Smoothie

This Strawberry Beet Smoothie is so creamy and delicious (while being loaded with antioxidant rich beets!)

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Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Sweet without the sugar, creamy without the cream. This classic smoothie favorite is simple, pure, and so delicious.

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Breakfast Parfaits with Strawberries & Dark Chocolate Granola

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Strawberries and Cream Stuffed French Toast

This twist on the classic French toast is stuffed with sweet strawberries and cream filling. Turn your usual Saturday breakfast into something deliciously out of the ordinary!

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Homemade Berry Jam (3 Ways!)

Did you know you can make jam at home without pectin or fancy equipment? Today I’m showing you how I make easy Homemade Berry Jam (in 3 tasty flavors!)

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Slow Cooker Quinoa Breakfast

This Slow Cooker Quinoa Breakfast is a dump-it and forget-it kinda of meal. Throw all the makings of a delicious breakfast in your slow cooker, let it cook overnight, and in the morning...breakfast is served!

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Drinks & Cocktails

Strawberries are in season during early summer, that’s when you’ll find the sweetest, most flavorful fruit. Here are a few drink ideas for your summer barbecues!

Strawberry Kiwi Sangria

This Strawberry Kiwi Sangria is the perfect summer cocktail - a delicious way to beat the heat, or as a fun cocktail to go along with some summer BBQ.

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Strawberry Margarita

This Strawberry Margarita is the best way to enjoy tequila! A perfectly balanced cocktail for those who love the taste of tequila without the bite.

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Strawberry Lemonade

If you can pick your own strawberries you really should! I guarantee they will be the best strawberries you've ever tasted and just perfect for my strawberry lemonade recipe!

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Pink Mudslide

This pretty in pink drink is a creamy, frozen cocktail perfect for serving alongside or as dessert.

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Frozen Strawberry Treats

Ice cream and other frozen treats are a great way to beat the heat. Use some of your strawberry stash to make your own ice cream and shakes!

How to Make “Nice Cream” Milk Shakes

Three mouth-watering Nice Cream Milk Shakes in the classic flavors: strawberry, vanilla, and chocolate.

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Strawberry Frozen Yogurt

Do you own a food processor? If so, Strawberry Frozen Yogurt might just become your new favorite summer recipe! It’s so easy, light, and delicious, you’ll wonder why you never made it before!

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Strawberry Banana Popsicles

These Strawberry Banana Popsicles are a delicious, creamy treat that are easy to make and perfect for keeping in the freezer all summer!

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Holiday Ideas

While Fourth of July seems like the ideal time for strawberries, we have a fun Christmas recipe for you too!

Strawberry Christmas Trees

Everyone loves a strawberry dipped in chocolate. Take yours to the next level to make adorable little Christmas trees for your holiday parties.

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Mini Shortcake Cups

Mini Shortcake Cups are perfect for Memorial Day, 4th of July or just any time. These adorable little fruit and cake cups are just the right size.

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American Flag Kabobs

This Memorial Day or Fourth of July, make these super easy American Flag Kabobs to serve at your party. Fruit kabobs are a nice alternative dessert!

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No Bake Berry Cheesecake Trifle in Mason Jars

This no bake berry cheesecake trifle is perfect for summer, 4th of July or anytime. It's served in mason jars for individual servings with style!

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Appetizers

Like I said, strawberries are not limited to desserts. Here are some tasty appetizer ideas for your summer time spreads.

Whipped Brie Stuffed Strawberries

Today we’re stuffing fresh, juicy strawberries with herby whipped brie! This is a really quick and healthy appetizer, finger food, or even snack that your family is going to love.

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Strawberry Salsa

This Strawberry Salsa is naturally sweet, savory, refreshing and crisp. It combines plump strawberries with savory ingredients like jalapeño pepper, crisp red onion, and cilantro for that fresh summertime taste.

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Strawberry Salad

Garnished with blueberries, sliced ripe avocado and optional chicken, you will enjoy this strawberry salad in the summer months or year round!

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Check these out too

I didn’t include this in the strawberry cocktails above, but my white sangria is truly an all-time favorite around here. Plump, gorgeous strawberries play a part in this beautiful addition to your backyard party. Also ideal for a bridal shower!  

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