After visiting an Illinois U-pick strawberry patch this spring, make the most of all your fresh, juicy berries with these flavorful recipes from breakfast to dessert.
1. Chicken and Waffles with Strawberry Sauce
Try a spring-inspired twist on a classic with our Chicken and Waffles with Strawberry Sauce. The combination of fluffy waffles, crispy fried chicken and a drizzle of sweet strawberry sauce makes this dish a winner for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
2. Strawberry Crunch
Take advantage of all those sweet, juicy strawberries from a local farm or farmers market with a light and creamy Strawberry Crunch. Simply whip together fresh berries with egg whites, fold in whipped cream, then spread the mixture in a pan between layers of crunchy pecan crumble.
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3. Strawberry Rhubarb Skillet Cobbler
This Strawberry Rhubarb Skillet Cobbler with a crumbly pecan and brown sugar topping is the perfect finish to any springtime dinner party or Easter meal. Top it off with a scoop or two of vanilla ice cream, and this sweet-tart dessert is sure to become a new family favorite.
4. Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad
Need an easy recipe to add to your spring salad rotation? Our colorful Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad with spring greens, almonds and fresh chives is bursting with seasonal spring flavor.
5. Lemon Custard with Strawberries
Sweet and tart Lemon Custard with Strawberries makes the perfect springtime dessert for an Easter or Mother’s Day get-together. Serve this light and creamy treat with additional fresh berries and a dollop of whipped cream on top for an elegant presentation.
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6. No-Churn Strawberry Cream Cheese Ice Cream
No ice cream maker? You can still whip up a batch of this creamy No-Churn Strawberry Cream Cheese Ice Cream. Simply combine all the ingredients in a blender to puree, freeze in a loaf pan until solid and enjoy a decadent spring treat.
7. Bacon Biscuits with Strawberry Butter
Bacon Biscuits with Strawberry Butter are sure to make your mornings a little more special. Soft and fluffy buttermilk biscuits, bacon bits and sweet strawberries make the perfect salty-sweet trio in this easy recipe.
8. Strawberry Yogurt Parfait
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this Strawberry Yogurt Parfait featuring a blend of fresh strawberries, creamy vanilla yogurt and crushed gingersnap cookies.
9. No-Bake Strawberry Torte
Made with layers of vanilla wafers, chocolate, fresh strawberries and whipped cream, our No-Bake Strawberry Torte makes a beautiful presentation for any springtime get-together – and no one will guess how easy it was to prepare.
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10. Balsamic-Roasted Strawberry Rhubarb Yogurt Pops
Layered with crunchy granola, these Balsamic-Roasted Strawberry Rhubarb Yogurt Pops make a tasty treat on a warm day.
