From cheesecakes to pies and layered trifles, these are the strawberry dessert recipes our readers absolutely love.
When spring and summer roll around, strawberries are plentiful and so perfectly ripe that they perfume the air all around them. Snacking straight from the carton is delicious, but why not really show off their vibrant color and flavor with a few strawberry dessert recipes? From bubbling cobblers to freshly churned ice cream, these strawberry desserts are the perfect way to end a summer weeknight meal or Valentine’s Day party.
This collection of easy strawberry desserts plays to strawberries’ versatility and includes no-bake and frozen options like cheesecake, popsicles and sorbet, along with vintage strawberry desserts like strawberry pie, cobbler and shortcake. To keep the flavors interesting and not just one-note, there are desserts pairing strawberries with chocolate, lemon, banana and even salty pretzels, so there is an option for every occasion.
Many of these strawberry recipes can be made ahead and travel well, making them ideal for picnics, parties and potlucks. Whether you want easy desserts for a casual family dinner or a showstopping centerpiece for a warm-weather gathering, pick up a pint and try your hand at these strawberry sweets.
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Layered Strawberry Bundt Cake
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This layered strawberry Bundt cake is a real celebration of strawberries. It has a cheery pink hue and a bright strawberry flavor. —Nancy Mock, Southbridge, Massachusetts
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Strawberry Basil Galettes
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Whether served warm or at room temperature, these galettes are a standout dessert that promise to impress with their homemade allure and seasonal ingredients. Ideal for any occasion, from outdoor gatherings to farmers markets and elegant picnics, they are a delightful treat! —Niv Menon-Saberi, Port Elgin, Ontario
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Strawberry Lasagna
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This strawberry lasagna is bursting with layer upon layer of strawberry flavor. Prepare it the night before a gathering, and you'll be golden! —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
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Strawberry Brownies
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These strawberry brownies are actually more like blondies, since they don't call for cocoa powder. Instead, this recipe uses strawberry cake mix and white chocolate chips to create vibrant and sweet bars for berry lovers. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Strawberry Sheet Cake
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This Texas-style sheet cake is made with a box of cake mix and strawberry gelatin. It's moist, tender and bursting with strawberry flavor. —Lauren Habermehl, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
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Strawberry Cheesecake
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The creamy texture and lovely look of this strawberry cheesecake always get compliments. —L.C. Herschap, Luling, Texas
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Chocolate Cupcakes with Strawberry Filling
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My husband and I got engaged on Valentine’s Day, so the holiday is extra special in our house. Each year we go all out with fancy desserts. —Kristin Bowers, Gilbert, Arizona
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Strawberry Pie
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For my mother's birthday, I made this strawberry pie recipe instead of a cake. Since it was mid-May in Oklahoma, the berries were absolutely perfect. It was a memorable occasion for the whole family. —Josh Carter, Birmingham, Alabama
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Strawberry Pizza
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From Elk Ridge, Utah, Kara Cook predicts, "Both strawberry and cheesecake lovers will delight in this fruity treat. My family requests this sweet pizza every strawberry season."
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Strawberry Shortcake
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I grew up helping my mom make a lot in our farmhouse kitchen; strawberry shortcakes, roasts, soups and pies. This sunny strawberry shortcake recipe brings back memories of family summers on the farm. —Janet Becker, Anacortes, Washington
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Strawberry Banana Pudding
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I add in additional fruit to get a little closer to all those servings you need every day. You can also try using different flavored puddings and fruit to switch up the recipe. —Jackie Termont, Richmond, Virginia
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Chocolate-Covered-Strawberry Shortbread
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I wanted to create a cookie that embraced chocolate-covered strawberries, so I started riffing on shortbread. It took a few tries, but I nailed it with this version! Freeze-dried strawberries lend big berry flavor without making the cookies soggy. Be sure to use good-quality chocolate too. —Jennifer Nystrom, Pooler, Georgia
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Strawberry Macarons
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These strawberry macarons have a sweet surprise in the filling: strawberry jam. To keep the jam contained, pipe the frosting around the outer edge before adding the jam in the center. —Josh Rink, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Strawberry Trifle
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I won first prize in a dairy recipe contest with this tasty strawberry trifle. You can double the recipe and make two for large groups. —Norma Steiner, Monroe, Wisconsin
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Strawberry Glaze Pie
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This strawberry glaze pie was a family favorite while I was growing up and it's the same with my own family, which is nearly all grown. We still go to the strawberry farms to pick our own berries for this pie, and a delicious one it is! —Colleen DeMuth, Le Mars, Iowa
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Strawberry Sorbet
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I actually first made a raspberry sorbet with an abundance of raspberries I had growing, but this simple and easy strawberry sorbet is one of my go-tos. —Karen Bailey, Golden, Colorado
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Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
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A bumper crop of berries turned into a real treat when I dipped them in chocolate! I like to make these chocolate-covered strawberries before dinner and put them in the fridge, so they're ready when we're finished eating. My family can't get enough of these chocolate strawberries. —Valerie Gee, Depew, New York
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Strawberry Cake
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Every year I make this special strawberry jam cake for the Relay for Life cake raffle. It has raised lots of money for a good cause. —Tammy Urbina, Warner Robins, Georgia
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Strawberry Pretzel Pie
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This cool no-bake strawberry pie is the perfect cure for your sweet tooth, especially in summer. Made with pantry staples, it is as easy as pie to make and has become one of my most requested warm-weather treats. —Shauna Havey, Roy, Utah
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Berry Tiramisu
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Because I love tiramisu, I came up with this deliciously refreshing twist on the traditional coffee-flavored Italian dessert. Fresh softened berries star with crisp ladyfinger cookies and mascarpone cheese. Serve it from a glass bowl or in clear dishes to show off the luscious layers.
—Najmussahar Ahmed, Ypsilanti, Michigan
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Lemon Strawberry Trifle
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This refreshingly fruity dessert is one of our favorites. It looks so beautiful layered in a glass bowl that people will think it took ages to make. The secret is starting with a purchased angel food cake. —Lynn Marie Frucci, Pullman, Washington
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Strawberry Rhubarb Dump Cake
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It always seems like my rhubarb goes bad in a hurry, so I was looking for a simple way to combine two of my favorite flavors in an incredibly easy dessert. I added extra spices to enhance the flavor of this strawberry-rhubarb dump cake for a sweet treat my whole family loved! —Jessica Bridge, Grand Junction, Colorado
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Summer Strawberry Shortcake Soup
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When folks are longing for something sweet and refreshing, this soup is sure to hit the spot. To serve it with dinner or as an appetizer, simply omit the shortcake. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
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Strawberry Shortcake Biscuits
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This strawberry shortcake is the perfect ending to any meal. Homemade biscuits and fresh berries shine in this classic dessert.
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Strawberry-Rhubarb Cobbler
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Mom's yummy cobbler is a truly wonderful finale to any meal. This family favorite is sweet and tart, chock-full of berries and rhubarb, and the thick crust is so easy to make. —Susan Emery, Everett, Washington
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Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie
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While growing up on a farm, I often ate rhubarb, so it's natural for me to use it in a pie. I prefer to use lard for the flaky pie crust and thin red rhubarb stalks for the filling. These two little secrets helped this strawberry rhubarb pie recipe win top honors at the 2013 Iowa State Fair. —Marianne Carlson, Jefferson, Iowa
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Strawberry Lemon Cupcakes
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My granddaughter Sydney has acquired a love of baking. While I was visiting her in Tampa, we made these light, fluffy cupcakes. She's a natural—they turned out fantastic! —Lonnie Hartstack, Clarinda, Iowa
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Strawberry Rhubarb Cheesecake Bars
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These cheesecake bars layer a buttery pecan shortbread crust with a rich and creamy filling and sweet-tart strawberry rhubarb jam. For larger squares, cut into nine bars instead of 16. —Amanda Scarlati, Sandy, Utah
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Strawberry Banana Popsicles
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These four-ingredient freezer pops are a delicious way to use up a pint of fresh strawberries. You'll love the hint of tropical flavor, thanks to the coconut milk. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Strawberry Crumble Pie
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I host an annual pie-making party before Labor Day. We have a pig roast on our farm, but the pies take center stage at the end of the meal. —Beth Howard, Donnellson, Iowa
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Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
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These treats are a perfect mouthful of strawberry, sweet cream cheese filling and just a drizzle of chocolate. Easy to fill
and fix ahead, they add tempting variety to brunch or party offerings—and make a delicious homemade gift. —Linda Baldt, Croydon, Pennsylvania
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Strawberry Citrus Ice
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Daiquiri fans, put away your straws for this blend of strawberries, lime juice and orange juice in a refreshing ice. — Robin M. Keane, Framingham, Massachusetts
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Strawberry Rhubarb Coffee Cake
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Although my coffee cake makes a large pan, it never lasts very long! It's great for a Sunday brunch after church and nice to bring to family reunions, too. —Dorothy Morehouse, Massena, New York
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Upside-Down Strawberry Shortcake
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For a tasty twist, this special shortcake has a berry layer on the bottom. The tempting strawberry upside-down cake is a sweet that our family has savored for years. —Debra Falkiner, St. Charles, Missouri
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Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
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When I got my ice cream maker, a friend shared her dreamy freezy cheesecake recipe. For guests, I scoop this into tart shells. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
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Mamaw Emily’s Strawberry Cake
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My husband loved his mamaw's strawberry cake recipe. He thought no one could duplicate it. I made it, and it’s just as scrumptious as he remembers. —Jennifer Bruce, Manitou, Kentucky
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Strawberry Tart
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This creamy strawberry tart boasts a crunchy chocolate layer tucked next to the crust. Try making individual tartlets instead of one big dessert. —Dawn Tringali, Hamilton Square, New Jersey
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Strawberry Roll Cake
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There are plenty of strawberry patches near my hometown, and soon they'll be brimming with red berries. I discovered this recipe a few summers ago and have made it often. Believe me, it tastes as good as it looks!
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Nutella-Stuffed Strawberries
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Gourmet strawberries are pricey to order but easy to make. We serve strawberries with hazelnut spread as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or dessert. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
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Strawberry Ice Cream Cake
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While growing up, I loved treats from the ice cream truck that rolled through my neighborhood. This ice cream cake is inspired by one of those crunchy, strawberry novelties. —Lisa Kaminski, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
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Strawberry Ladyfinger Icebox Cake
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This cake is inventive and yet familiar. Be sure to use a springform pan so you can easily remove it from the cake. If it breaks while you're transferring it to the serving plate, just push the pieces back together, pressing gently. —Stella Ohanian, Porter Ranch, California
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Slow-Cooker Strawberry Pudding Cake
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I had these ingredients in my pantry and thought I'd experiment. The flavors are just like strawberry cheesecake—only in a warm, comforting cake version. It's a whole lot easier than making cheesecake, too! —Lisa Renshaw, Kansas City, Missouri
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Strawberry Shortcake Puffs
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When my wonderful friend Kelly brought me a pint of strawberries, I didn’t want to just eat them straight (tempting as it was). I decided to make strawberry shortcake with my own pretty, elegant spin. These light and airy puff pastry stacks let the fruit shine. —Jenny Dubinsky, Inwood, West Virginia
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Strawberry Bliss
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You'll love this homemade puff pastry crust topped with a soft-set pudding layer that has a hint of strawberry flavor. This dessert needs to chill for at least an hour, so it's a fabulous make-ahead dish. —Candace Richter, Stevens Point, Wisconsin
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Strawberry Gelato
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You'll love this smooth and creamy gelato with bright strawberry flavor and just a hint of sea salt and honey. Fresh raspberries or blackberries can be substituted for the strawberries if you prefer. If your berries are tart, add a touch more sugar or honey. —Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon
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White Chocolate-Strawberry Tiramisu
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Here's a twist on a classic dessert that highlights another flavor combo my husband and I love: strawberries and white chocolate. Lighten it up if you'd like—I've had good luck with light nondairy whipped topping and reduced-fat cream cheese. —Anna Ginsberg, Chicago, Illinois
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Strawberry Cobbler
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Strawberry Cobbler is one of my favorite spring and summertime treats, especially served warm with a dollop of whipped cream on top. The biscuits in this recipe bake up golden brown with a buttery cotton soft middle. The fluffy topping is also perfect for soaking up all that strawberry filling. —Tina Butler, Royse City, Texas
Strawberry Dessert Recipes FAQ
How do you keep strawberries fresh for desserts?
To keep strawberries fresh, sort the container, removing any berries with mushy, soft spots and refrigerate the berries unwashed. When you’re ready to make a fresh strawberry dessert, give them a good rinse and hull the berries. You can also freeze strawberries for future desserts, whole or sliced. Use these in recipes where the berries will get cooked or blended from frozen because once thawed, they will be softer than a fresh strawberry.
What no-bake desserts can I make with fresh strawberries?
There are plenty of no-bake desserts you can make with fresh strawberries. Try our strawberry trifle, mixed berry tiramisu or strawberry pretzel pie. For lighter options, try our strawberry soup with store-bought shortcakes, strawberry banana popsicles or cheesecake-stuffed strawberries. Need something to really make an entrance? Whip up our strawberry ladyfinger cake. A few of these recipes may need to chill overnight before serving, so read through the recipe and plan for the extra time if needed.
What are the best ways to serve strawberry desserts at a party?
The best way to serve strawberry desserts at a party is by offering individual-sized, pre-cut or scoopable desserts that are easy to self-serve. Desserts like strawberry shortcakes, bite-sized cheesecake-stuffed strawberries or mini strawberry galettes feel more approachable than a beautiful layered cake that no one wants to mess up. If you have access to a freezer, homemade ice cream, berry sorbet and fruit popsicles are great options for helping summer guests cool down.
