31 Delicious Strawberry Desserts to Sweeten Your Day

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Indulge in the sweet, juicy goodness of strawberries with our collection of 31 mouthwatering desserts. From classic shortcakes to innovative twists, these recipes showcase the versatility of this beloved fruit and are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

1. Classic Strawberry Shortcake

This timeless dessert combines the sweetness of strawberries with light, fluffy biscuits and whipped cream.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 cups whipped cream

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Mix flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in milk until just moistened.
  5. Drop dough by 6 spoonfuls onto a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Mix strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar and let stand for 30 minutes.
  8. Split warm biscuits, fill with strawberries and whipped cream.

2. Strawberry Cheesecake

A creamy, indulgent dessert that perfectly balances the tartness of strawberries with rich, velvety cheesecake.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, pureed
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, press into a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Beat cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar until smooth.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla, mixing on low speed.
  5. Pour over crust and bake for 55-60 minutes.
  6. Cool and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  7. Combine strawberry puree, 1/4 cup sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan.
  8. Cook over medium heat until thickened.
  9. Cool and spread over cheesecake before serving.

3. Strawberry Mousse

A light and airy dessert that’s perfect for warm summer evenings.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Method:

  1. Puree strawberries with sugar and lemon juice.
  2. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let stand for 5 minutes.
  3. Heat gelatin mixture until dissolved.
  4. Mix gelatin into strawberry puree and chill until slightly thickened.
  5. Whip cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  6. Fold whipped cream into strawberry mixture.
  7. Spoon into glasses and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

4. Strawberry Trifle

A visually stunning layered dessert that’s sure to impress at any gathering.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound cake, cubed
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 (3.4 oz) packages instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 4 cups cold milk
  • 2 cups whipped cream

Method:

  1. Toss strawberries with sugar and let stand for 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare pudding according to package directions using the milk.
  3. In a trifle bowl, layer half the cake cubes, strawberries, pudding, and whipped cream.
  4. Repeat layers.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

5. Strawberry Sorbet

A refreshing, dairy-free dessert that captures the essence of fresh strawberries.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup

Method:

  1. Puree strawberries in a blender.
  2. In a saucepan, combine sugar and 1 cup water. Heat until sugar dissolves.
  3. Mix strawberry puree, sugar syrup, lemon juice, and corn syrup.
  4. Chill mixture thoroughly.
  5. Process in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions.
  6. Freeze until firm, about 2 hours.

6. Strawberry Pavlova

A crisp meringue base topped with whipped cream and fresh strawberries creates a delightful texture contrast.

Ingredients:

  • 4 egg whites
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 cups whipped cream
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Beat egg whites until soft peaks form.
  3. Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
  4. Fold in vanilla, vinegar, and cornstarch.
  5. Spread mixture into a 9-inch circle on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 1 hour, then turn off oven and let cool inside for 1 hour.
  7. Top cooled meringue with whipped cream and strawberries before serving.

7. Strawberry Tiramisu

A fruity twist on the classic Italian dessert, perfect for strawberry lovers.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound mascarpone cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups strong brewed coffee, cooled
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 24 ladyfingers
  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/4 cup strawberry liqueur (optional)

Method:

  1. Beat mascarpone and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Whip cream until stiff peaks form and fold into mascarpone mixture.
  3. Mix coffee with sugar and strawberry liqueur if using.
  4. Dip ladyfingers in coffee mixture and layer in a 9×13 inch dish.
  5. Spread half the mascarpone mixture over ladyfingers.
  6. Top with half the strawberries.
  7. Repeat layers.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

8. Strawberry Crumble

A warm, comforting dessert that’s perfect for using up extra strawberries.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix strawberries, sugar, and cornstarch in a baking dish.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix flour and brown sugar.
  4. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Stir in oats.
  6. Sprinkle crumb mixture over strawberries.
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until topping is golden and filling is bubbly.

9. Strawberry Panna Cotta

A silky smooth Italian dessert with a vibrant strawberry topping.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Method:

  1. Heat cream, sugar, and vanilla bean in a saucepan until sugar dissolves.
  2. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let stand for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove vanilla bean from cream mixture and stir in gelatin until dissolved.
  4. Pour into ramekins and refrigerate until set, about 4 hours.
  5. Puree strawberries with sugar and lemon juice.
  6. Strain and chill strawberry sauce.
  7. Serve panna cotta with strawberry sauce.

10. Strawberry Napoleons

A elegant dessert featuring layers of puff pastry, vanilla cream, and fresh strawberries.

Ingredients:

  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut puff pastry into 12 rectangles and bake for 15 minutes until golden.
  3. In a saucepan, heat milk and sugar until steaming.
  4. Whisk egg yolks with cornstarch.
  5. Slowly add hot milk to egg mixture, whisking constantly.
  6. Return to saucepan and cook until thickened.
  7. Stir in vanilla and cool completely.
  8. Layer pastry, cream, and strawberries.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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11. Strawberry Fool

A simple yet elegant dessert that showcases the natural sweetness of strawberries.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method:

  1. Mash strawberries with sugar and let stand for 30 minutes.
  2. Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  3. Gently fold strawberry mixture into whipped cream.
  4. Spoon into glasses and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

12. Strawberry Crepes

Delicate crepes filled with fresh strawberries and cream make for a delightful breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 cup whipped cream

Method:

  1. Blend flour, eggs, milk, water, salt, and melted butter until smooth.
  2. Let batter rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Cook thin crepes in a lightly greased pan.
  4. Mix strawberries with sugar.
  5. Fill crepes with strawberries and whipped cream.
  6. Fold and serve.

13. Strawberry Ice Cream

A classic frozen treat that’s perfect for hot summer days.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method:

  1. Puree strawberries with 1/2 cup sugar.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix remaining sugar, cream, milk, and vanilla.
  3. Stir in strawberry puree.
  4. Chill mixture thoroughly.
  5. Process in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions.
  6. Freeze until firm, about 4 hours.

14. Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

A classic combination of sweet strawberries and tart rhubarb in a flaky pie crust.

Ingredients:

  • 2 pie crusts
  • 3 cups fresh strawberries, halved
  • 3 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
  3. Line pie dish with one crust and fill with fruit mixture.
  4. Cover with second crust, trim and crimp edges.
  5. Brush with egg wash and cut slits for venting.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes until crust is golden and filling is bubbly.

15. Strawberry Chocolate Mousse

A decadent dessert that combines the richness of chocolate with the freshness of strawberries.

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 cups heavy cream, divided
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Method:

  1. Melt chocolate with 1/2 cup cream in a double boiler.
  2. Cool chocolate mixture to room temperature.
  3. Whip remaining cream with sugar until stiff peaks form.
  4. Fold half the whipped cream into chocolate mixture.
  5. Mix strawberry puree with powdered sugar.
  6. Layer chocolate mousse and strawberry mixture in glasses.
  7. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

16. Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl

A healthy and refreshing breakfast option that’s both delicious and nutritious.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups frozen strawberries
  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Toppings: fresh strawberries, sliced banana, granola, chia seeds

Method:

  1. Blend frozen strawberries, banana, yogurt, milk, and honey until smooth.
  2. Pour into bowls.
  3. Top with fresh fruit, granola, and chia seeds.
  4. Serve immediately.

17. Strawberry Pound Cake

A moist, dense cake studded with fresh strawberries.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Alternately add flour mixture and milk to butter mixture.
  6. Stir in vanilla and strawberries.
  7. Pour into a greased 10-inch tube pan.
  8. Bake for 60-70 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

18. Strawberry Jam

A homemade spread that captures the essence of fresh strawberries.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and crushed
  • 4 cups sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 package (1.75 oz) powdered pectin

Method:

  1. Mix strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a large pot.
  2. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.
  3. Add pectin and return to a boil for 1 minute.
  4. Remove from heat and skim off foam.
  5. Ladle into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
  6. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes.

19. Strawberry Tres Leches Cake

A strawberry twist on the classic Latin American dessert.

Ingredients:

  • 1 vanilla sponge cake
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, pureed
  • 2 cups whipped cream
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced

Method:

  1. Pierce cooled cake all over with a fork.
  2. Mix condensed milk, evaporated milk, cream, and strawberry puree.
  3. Pour mixture over cake and let soak for at least 1 hour.
  4. Top with whipped cream and sliced strawberries before serving.

20. Strawberry Lemonade Bars

A tangy and sweet treat that combines two summer favorites.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix 1 1/2 cups flour and powdered sugar, cut in butter until crumbly.
  3. Press into a 13×9 inch baking pan and bake for 15 minutes.
  4. Whisk eggs, sugar, lemon juice, strawberry puree, and 1/4 cup flour.
  5. Pour over crust and bake for 20-25 minutes until set.
  6. Cool completely before cutting into bars.

21. Strawberry Eclairs

A fruity twist on the classic French pastry.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup strawberry puree
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Bring water and butter to a boil in a saucepan.
  3. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms.
  4. Remove from heat and beat in eggs one at a time.
  5. Pipe dough onto baking sheets and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden.
  6. Whip cream with powdered sugar and fold in strawberry puree.
  7. Fill cooled eclairs with cream mixture and top with sliced strawberries.

22. Strawberry Chia Pudding

A healthy, no-cook dessert that’s perfect for breakfast or a light snack.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method:

  1. Mix almond milk and chia seeds in a bowl.
  2. Let sit for 15 minutes, then stir again.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  4. Mix strawberry puree with honey and vanilla.
  5. Layer chia pudding and strawberry mixture in glasses.
  6. Top with fresh strawberries before serving.

23. Strawberry Macarons

Delicate French cookies with a fruity twist.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 3 egg whites
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • Pink food coloring
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup strawberry puree

Method:

  1. Sift almond flour and powdered sugar together.
  2. Beat egg whites until foamy, gradually add granulated sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
  3. Fold almond mixture into egg whites.
  4. Add food coloring.
  5. Pipe onto baking sheets and let sit for 30 minutes.
  6. Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 15-18 minutes.
  7. For filling, beat butter, powdered sugar, and strawberry puree until smooth.
  8. Sandwich macarons with filling.

24. Strawberry Coconut Popsicles

A refreshing, dairy-free frozen treat.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method:

  1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
  2. Pour into popsicle molds.
  3. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid.

25. Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Bars

A portable version of the classic pie.

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup butter, melted
  • 2 cups strawberries, chopped
  • 2 cups rhubarb, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix flour, oats, brown sugar, and melted butter.
  3. Press 2/3 of mixture into a 9×13 inch pan.
  4. Mix strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, and cornstarch.
  5. Spread fruit mixture over crust.
  6. Sprinkle remaining oat mixture on top.
  7. Bake for 45 minutes until golden and bubbly.

26. Strawberry Basil Sorbet

A sophisticated frozen dessert with a hint of herbs.

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups fresh strawberries
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Method:

  1. Make a simple syrup with sugar and water, add basil and let steep.
  2. Puree strawberries and strain.
  3. Mix strawberry puree with cooled basil syrup and lemon juice.
  4. Chill mixture thoroughly.
  5. Process in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions.
  6. Freeze until firm.

27. Strawberry Mille-Feuille

A French pastry featuring layers of puff pastry and strawberry cream.

Ingredients:

  • 1 sheet puff pastry
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup strawberry jam

Method:

  1. Bake puff pastry according to package instructions, then cut into 3 equal rectangles.
  2. Whip cream with powdered sugar and vanilla.
  3. Fold sliced strawberries into whipped cream.
  4. Layer pastry, strawberry cream, and jam.
  5. Dust top with powdered sugar before serving.

28. Strawberry Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries

A bite-sized dessert that’s perfect for parties.

Ingredients:

  • 24 large strawberries
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs

Method:

  1. Cut tops off strawberries and hollow out centers.
  2. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Pipe mixture into strawberries.
  4. Dip tops in graham cracker crumbs.
  5. Chill before serving.

29. Strawberry Rhubarb Galette

A rustic, free-form tart that’s easier than pie.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pie crust
  • 2 cups strawberries, sliced
  • 2 cups rhubarb, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Coarse sugar for sprinkling

Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Mix strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, and cornstarch.
  3. Roll out pie crust and place on a baking sheet.
  4. Pile fruit mixture in center, leaving a 2-inch border.
  5. Fold edges of crust over fruit.
  6. Brush crust with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until crust is golden and filling is bubbly.

30. Strawberry Zabaglione

An Italian custard dessert featuring fresh strawberries.

Ingredients:

  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup Marsala wine
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, halved

Method:

  1. Whisk egg yolks and sugar in a heatproof bowl.
  2. Place bowl over a pot of simmering water.
  3. Add Marsala and whisk constantly until mixture thickens and doubles in volume.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. Divide strawberries among serving dishes and top with zabaglione.
  6. Serve immediately.

31. Strawberry Ricotta Toast

A simple yet elegant breakfast or dessert option.

Ingredients:

Fresh mint

4 slices brioche bread

1 cup ricotta cheese

2 tablespoons honey

1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced

2 tablespoons balsamic glaze

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