Strawberries are known for their sweetness and use in desserts, sauces, and jams of all types. Our recipes abound with ways to delight both your sweet and savory taste buds.
1. 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.
2. Fresh Strawberry Streusel Muffins
Skip the bakery and make your own Fresh Strawberry Streusel Muffins at home. These spring-inspired muffins are perfect for serving at a group brunch or prepping ahead of time for breakfasts all week.
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3. Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Quench your thirst with a pitcher of light and refreshing Strawberry-Basil Lemonade. Garnish each glass with a strawberry slice and fresh basil leaf for a pretty presentation.
4. Strawberry Rhubarb Skillet Cobbler
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.
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5. Strawberry and Bacon Stuffed French Toast
What’s better than strawberry french toast? How about strawberry french toast with bacon? In sandwich form?
6. Carne Asada Tacos with Strawberry Jalapeño Salsa
Strawberries are the secret ingredients in sweet and spicy Carne Asada Tacos with Strawberry Jalapeño Salsa. Simply marinate and grill sirloin or skirt steaks, top with the easy homemade salsa, and assemble the tacos with all your favorite fixings.
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7. 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.
8. Strawberry Crunch
Take advantage of all those sweet, juicy strawberries available at your local farmers market this spring 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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9. Strawberry Puff Pastry
What could be better than sweet strawberries, flaky puff pastry and cream? Celebrate strawberry season with this light and flaky Strawberry Puff Pastry Torte.
10. Strawberry Cornbread Coffee Cake with Pecan Streusel
Sweet strawberries and crunchy streusel are the perfect match in this morning cake. Pair with a cup of creamy coffee or ice cold milk for a delectable combination.
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