51+ Insanely Delicious Strawberry Desserts Loaded With Fresh Summer Flavors

Here are the best strawberry desserts to try while the strawberry season lasts! Sweet and succulent fresh strawberries are one of my favorite baking ingredients, and these tried and tested recipes will show them off to their best potential.

This collection of recipes was first posted on the blog in 2023. Strawberries offer endless dessert possibilities, and I’ve been updating this article regularly with new recipes to keep my readers inspired! These fresh strawberry recipes - a wide range of cheesecakes, pies, and other indulgent desserts - are guaranteed to impress everyone!

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• Katalin´s Key Take On How to Best Incorporate Strawberries In Desserts
• The Best Strawberry Dessert Recipes
• 1. Strawberry tiramisu
• 2. No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake
• 3. Strawberry Pavlova Cake
• 4. Strawberry Pistachio Tart
• 5. Strawberry Charlotte Cake
• 6. Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies
• 7. Strawberry Crunch Cake
• 8. Strawberry Galette
• 9. Mini Strawberry Tartlets
• 10. Strawberry Filled Cupcakes
• 11. Mini Strawberry Pies
• 12. Victoria Sponge Cake
• 13. Strawberry Crunch Cupcakes
• 14. Strawberry Shortcake Crumble
• 15. Fraisier Cake
• 16. White Chocolate Covered Strawberries
• 17. Strawberry muffins
• 18. Strawberry compote
• 19. Strawberry cupcakes
• 20. Strawberry Mousse
• 21. No Bake Cheesecake Bites
• 22. Strawberry Icebox Cake
• 23. Strawberries and Cream Angel Food Cake with Toasted Coconut
• 24. Strawberry Rhubarb Tart
• 25. Brown Sugar Strawberry Cobbler
• 26. Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
• 27. Strawberry Swirl Pound Cake
• 28. Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream
• 29. Strawberry Pretzel Dessert Tart
• 30. Strawberry Lemon Blondies
• 31. Roasted Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies
• 32. Strawberry Mousse Cups
• 33. Chocolate Strawberry Yogurt Clusters
• 34. Strawberry Shortcake Trifle Cups
• 35. Strawberry Yogurt Clafoutis
• 36. Strawberry & Chocolate Ganache Cookie Cups
• 37. Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles
• 38. Easy Strawberry White Chocolate Fudge
• 39. Baileys Strawberry Truffles
• 40. Strawberry Frozen Yogurt
• 41. White Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes
• 42. Strawberry Crumble Crepe Cake
• 43. Baked Strawberry Cake Doughnuts
• 44. Frozen Yogurt Strawberry Bark
• 45. Strawberry White Chocolate Scones
• 46. Strawberries and Cream Macarons
• 47. Strawberry Sheet Cake
• 48. Strawberry Upside Down Cake
• 49. Strawberry, Lemon & Elderflower Cake
• 50. Strawberry & Rhubarb Cream Tart with Strawberry Meringue
• 51. Strawberry Panna Cotta
• 52. Strawberry Shortcake Fudge
• 51+ Insanely Delicious Strawberry Desserts Loaded With Fresh Summer Flavors

Katalin´s Key Take On How to Best Incorporate Strawberries In Desserts

Strawberries are a versatile fruit that can be incorporated into various desserts in different forms, each bringing a unique flavor and texture.

Consider using a strawberry compote or jam filling when making strawberry cupcakes or cakes. This can be made with fresh or frozen strawberries, cooked down to create a luscious, sweet filling that complements the lightness of the cake. The jam version adds a smooth, spreadable texture, while a compote offers a more chunky, fruit-forward bite. Both options infuse your baked goods with that delicious, sweet-tart strawberry flavor.

In strawberry muffins (or some cakes), you can also drop a few fresh strawberries directly into the batter. However, be cautious not to add too many, as this can make the batter too moist. A few pieces of fresh strawberries will create pockets of juicy sweetness without disrupting the texture.

For frosting, using fresh strawberry concentrate is a great option. To make this concentrate, cook down strawberry puree for a few minutes to intensify the flavors and color. This concentrated version adds a vibrant strawberry flavor to your frosting without watering it down, giving you a rich, smooth, and flavorful topping. Similarly, for a strawberry glaze, the concentrate works wonderfully to create a glossy, fruity finish on cakes, donuts, or pastries.

If you're looking to add a unique touch, freeze-dried strawberries can also be used, though they are more costly. You can powder the freeze-dried strawberries and use it as a decorative topping for a strawberry tiramisu or any other dessert.

The Best Strawberry Dessert Recipes

1. Strawberry tiramisu

Here’s a strawberry twist on a classic! This is one of those really easy strawberry dessert recipes that doesn’t require any special ingredients or equipment. The fruity flavor comes from real, juicy strawberries blended into a syrup and whole fruit studded through the filling. What’s more, Tiramisu is better enjoyed the next day, so you can make it ahead of time and give the ladyfingers extra time to soak up all that strawberry flavor.

2. No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake

We have to start the list of strawberry desserts with the basics! You don't even need to turn the oven on for this rich and fruity strawberry cheesecake recipe! No water bath, no hassle. A rich and smooth cream cheese filling blends with sweet strawberry compote and crunchy Graham cracker crust, a flavor and texture combination made in heaven.

3. Strawberry Pavlova Cake

If you love meringue, this is likely to become one of your favorite strawberry desserts. Pavlova has the most amazing mix of chewy meringue, fresh berries, and whipped cream, and what's more, it looks beautiful too. I love serving pavlova cake at summer dinner parties as a statement dessert.

4. Strawberry Pistachio Tart

Whilst this dessert might look fancy, it is much easier to make than you might think. I walk you through it step by step so you can bake perfect pâte sablée tartlet shells (aka sweet shortcrust pastry), silky smooth pistachio ganache filling, and decorate them with delicious, fresh strawberries. No one will believe you didn't buy it from a French patisserie!

5. Strawberry Charlotte Cake

Here's another impressive-looking strawberry dessert that is actually really simple! Fluffy ladyfingers surround an incredibly silky crème mousseline filling and delicious strawberries. You can use store-bought ladyfingers or make your own, and I give you all my top tips on creating this stunning recipe.

6. Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies

Can't decide between making cookies or cheesecake? Now you don't have to. I've created the best of both worlds with a deliciously fruity strawberry cookie dough that's wrapped around a tangy and rich cheesecake filling so that you get all the texture of a cookie with the taste of cheesecake, too.

7. Strawberry Crunch Cake

Try the famous strawberry crunch cake recipe and see for yourself why it's one of the most popular strawberry desserts around. There's a tasty vanilla sponge, fresh strawberry flavor, and just the right amount of crunch from the crunch copping made from Golden Oreos and freeze-dried strawberries. Simply put, you have to see for yourself.

8. Strawberry Galette

You won't believe how easy a galette is to make. The easy pastry comes together in minutes, and then all you have to do is rest it, fill it with fruit, and bake. I love serving galette hot or cold, and it tastes great with a serving of heavy whipping cream on the side.

9. Mini Strawberry Tartlets

You have to try these dainty tartlets that look as cute as they taste! The custard filling is divine (silky vanilla crème pâtissière), and delicious fresh strawberries are the perfect pairing. A strawberry tart recipe like this is one of the most famous French pastries and is definitely one of my top strawberry desserts.

10. Strawberry Filled Cupcakes

Indulge in these strawberry-filled cupcakes; you won't regret it! The exceptionally moist vanilla cupcakes are filled with a surprise luscious strawberry sauce that gives the most amazing flavor to every bite. These delightful treats are perfectly balanced in sweetness, topped with whipped cream frosting and fresh strawberries. Creamy, moist, fruity, and certainly irresistible.

11. Mini Strawberry Pies

This simple 2 step recipe is ideal for your next party or gathering! Guests will love this mini individual strawberry pie recipe comprised of fresh strawberries, creamy pie filling, and a super flaky mini crust. There are no fancy ingredients, skills, or equipment needed; you probably already have everything in your pantry. Surely it's a no-brainer!

12. Victoria Sponge Cake

Serve up a slice of Victoria sponge cake and enjoy the delicious combination of fresh strawberries, cream, and vanilla sponge. This homemade Strawberry cake is a British afternoon tea classic, and you'll certainly feel as fancy as Queen Victoria eating it. But as a matter of fact, my easy sponge cake is even suitable for beginner bakers, and I include all the best baking tips to get it right every time.

13. Strawberry Crunch Cupcakes

Here's the mini version of the classic strawberry shortcake recipe! Deliciously moist vanilla cupcakes are adorned with an easy cream cheese frosting and topped with the delightful, fruity strawberry crunch.

Furthermore, the standout feature of these cupcakes is the scrumptious strawberry shortcake crunch, which introduces an incredible texture and taste to the treats!

14. Strawberry Shortcake Crumble

Now, you can make all of your desserts into strawberry crunch desserts! Make this easy shortcake crumble, and try eating it with everything from vanilla ice cream to your breakfast oats and granola or yogurt. In my view, it's one of the most versatile strawberry desserts around.

15. Fraisier Cake

If you want to impress someone, this is the strawberry dessert recipe to try. A Fraisier cake is a famous site in patisserie windows and always looks so beautifully put together. But with my detailed guide, you can make it, too. And trust me, it is not as complicated as you might think!

16. White Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Sometimes, the simple things are the best. And what could be simpler than fresh strawberries dipped in white chocolate? Certainly, this is one of the easiest strawberry desserts to make. But the quality of the white chocolate you use will make a difference, so be sure to read my white chocolate guide first.

17. Strawberry muffins

Sweet, light, and packed with fruity flavor, these strawberry muffins are the perfect addition to your breakfast or brunch menu. This easy strawberry muffin recipe uses fresh strawberries and a hint of vanilla flavor to create a delicious and versatile muffin that the whole family will love. And they only take 30 minutes to bake!

18. Strawberry compote

Bursting with fresh fruity goodness, strawberry compote is a versatile sauce that you need in your baking repertoire! Incredibly easy to make, it's perfect for topping vanilla ice cream, cakes, and waffles as well as filling cupcakes or cakes, or just grab a spoon and eat it out of the jar!

19. Strawberry cupcakes

These berry-delicious homemade strawberry cupcakes aren’t just any old ordinary cupcakes! They feature super moist and fluffy aromatic vanilla cake crowned with luscious fresh strawberry cream cheese frosting!

20. Strawberry Mousse

Made with fresh berries and topped with chantilly cream, this strawberry mousse is one of the best ways to enjoy fresh strawberries. It's light, creamy, and incredibly easy to make with very little effort. Whether you serve it at your next dinner party or by the poolside, it's a must-try strawberry dessert.

21. No Bake Cheesecake Bites

What's better than a mini dessert topped with fresh strawberries?! Nothing! These cute little no-bake cheesecake bites are super easy to make and a fun fruity dessert. Made with classic cheesecake filling nestled on a crunchy graham cracker crust that requires no baking. They're perfect for any occasion.

22. Strawberry Icebox Cake

23. Strawberries and Cream Angel Food Cake with Toasted Coconut

I just love how light and fluffy angel food cake is. The toasted crisp of the coconut, together with the sponge, cream, and fruit, make the perfect contrast of textures in this strawberry dessert, making it a must-try. Both the flavor and texture are simply insane; simply put, you have to make it!

24. Strawberry Rhubarb Tart

You just cannot miss out on the flavor combination of strawberries, tangy rhubarb, and rich, buttery crust. The tartness of the curd filling perfectly complements the sweet crust and strawberries, and the melt-in-your-mouth pastry is a lot easier to make than you might think. Without a doubt, this has to be one of my favorite strawberry dessert recipes.

25. Brown Sugar Strawberry Cobbler

A simple strawberry cobbler showcases strawberries in the best possible way. Each spoonful combines succulent and sweet strawberries and a crispy oat topping enhanced by the slight caramel flavor of brown sugar. Whilst it's delicious on its own, it tastes even better with a generous scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream.

26. Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

If you're looking for make ahead strawberry desserts, this is surely the recipe for you. It hits the texture jackpot with a crumbly, buttery graham cracker crust, light and fluffy whipped cheesecake filling, and an intensely sweet strawberry topping.

It needs time to set in the refrigerator, which is why it works so well when made ahead of time. But this can work in your favor if you have guests coming and need extra time to prepare!

27. Strawberry Swirl Pound Cake

If you have friends coming over for coffee, this buttery strawberry cake recipe with swirls of sweet strawberry jam and a pretty pink glaze is sure to be popular. What's more, it is so easy to make. All you need is a few basic bits of equipment and simple pantry ingredients, and it doesn't require too many steps, either.

28. Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream

Simply put, there is nothing more summery than homemade strawberry ice cream. The real strawberry flavor really shines through, and there is so much creaminess; it is just so much better than storebought. I really recommend making it if you can!

29. Strawberry Pretzel Dessert Tart

Have you ever used pretzels in a dessert? Once in a while, an ingredient just works so well in an unexpected way. The saltiness lifts everything to a new level and puts a sweet/savory spin, not to mention the crunch! Now pair that with a creamy tart filling and fresh strawberries, and you have a true dessert hero.

30. Strawberry Lemon Blondies

Blondies are one of my favorite desserts to make; the chewy texture is unmissable, in my opinion. This strawberry dessert version has the most delicious fruity flavor in addition to a zesty lemon tang, and you could go wild and add white chocolate chips, too.

31. Roasted Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies

Have you ever roasted strawberries? It really concentrates the sweetness, and in this recipe, the resulting sticky and delicious strawberry puree is swirled into cheesecake and brownie batter and baked to utter perfection. Certainly, the marbled topping is super pretty, too!

In case you love cheesecake and brownies as much as me, you simply must try my red velvet brownies that also have a delicious cream cheese marbled topping.

32. Strawberry Mousse Cups

You're sure to love this easy and hassle-free bite-sized strawberry dessert. You can make your own chocolate cups or buy store-bought ones, and then it's just a case of whipping up some cream, sweetening to taste with powdered sugar, and loading up the fresh strawberries.

33. Chocolate Strawberry Yogurt Clusters

Is it a cookie? Is it chocolate bark? It's both and neither. But they look and taste amazing with the hit of strawberry, chocolate, and yogurt all at once, and I highly recommend them. What's more, this recipe only requires a handful of ingredients and no oven time.

I'd make a batch and keep them on hand as a sweet snack or even wrap them up as gifts.

34. Strawberry Shortcake Trifle Cups

Desserts in glasses always look really classy and elegant, and these strawberry shortcake trifles are no exception. The delicious mix of fresh berries, chocolate, cream, and pound cake also comes together so easily! In fact, guests could even assemble their own at a dinner party as a fun activity.

35. Strawberry Yogurt Clafoutis

Clafoutis is a rustic and traditional French dessert that is also very popular in Parisian bistros, and it's incredibly easy to make. This strawberry clafoutis recipe has yogurt in the custard base, which gives an extra bit of extra tang, making this dish extra delicious and one of the more unique strawberry desserts to try.

36. Strawberry & Chocolate Ganache Cookie Cups

These chocolate cookie "cups" are made from a very basic chocolate dough and filled with smooth, creamy chocolate ganache and fresh strawberries. It's certainly a crowd-pleasing dessert that comes together in no time; I'd make them as a dessert for buffet tables or a potluck offering.

This is definitely one of the best strawberry recipes for chocoholics.

37. Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles

These frozen strawberry and yogurt popsicles are a refreshing and tasty snack to enjoy this summer. Made with fresh strawberries and yogurt, they are a great healthy snack, and what's more, they are also vegetarian and gluten-free!

Significantly, you'll need to buy some popsicle molds, but they will come in handy, making all sorts of other treats like chocolate ice cream bars.

38. Easy Strawberry White Chocolate Fudge

Did you know that you can actually make deliciously chewy and sweet fudge with sweetened condensed milk? Unbelievably, this homemade fudge recipe requires only four straightforward ingredients: sweetened condensed milk, white chocolate chips, butter, and freeze-dried strawberries. Surely, that's enough to make you want to try it immediately.

39. Baileys Strawberry Truffles

Everyone will love these handcrafted truffles made from the heavenly blend of Baileys, strawberries, and cream, encased in a decadent white chocolate shell and adorned with delicate freeze-dried strawberries. And what's more, they'll probably assume you bought them!

Just be sure to make a lot of these tasty strawberry treats, as they will surely disappear fast!

40. Strawberry Frozen Yogurt

Homemade strawberry frozen yogurt has all the creamy texture of ice cream, but without the added calories, it is one of the best cold strawberry desserts out there! It’s a fruity, tangy, and healthy strawberry dessert that is perfect for hot summer days. Serve it as a BBQ dessert, and both kids and adults will love it.

41. White Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes

If you love the combination of white chocolate and strawberries, this is surely the dessert for you. The cupcake batter is infused with reduced strawberry puree, and then the white chocolate strawberry frosting is made from pure white chocolate and freeze-dried strawberries. In sum, it sounds like heaven.

42. Strawberry Crumble Crepe Cake

I can't get over how pretty this is! A tower of pretty pink and buttery crepes is layered with strawberry whipped cream, fresh juicy strawberries, and vanilla crumble pieces. It is surely a statement dessert that is guaranteed to impress for any occasion and certainly one of the prettiest strawberry desserts to make.

43. Baked Strawberry Cake Doughnuts

Whilst it can be said that “most of the time” doughnuts should be fried and not baked...occasionally, there are exceptions to that rule! These baked strawberry donuts are certainly a snack you need to make. The easy donut batter is stuffed with fresh strawberries and then coated in strawberry powdered sugar; surely, it's irresistible!

44. Frozen Yogurt Strawberry Bark

This yogurt bark is a delightful snack for strawberry season. Not only is it effortlessly prepared, but it also offers a fun-filled experience for kids if they want to help you make it! With just a handful of ingredients and no need for special skills, this has to be one of the easiest strawberry desserts around.

45. Strawberry White Chocolate Scones

This tasty strawberry scones recipe is packed with butter and fresh buttermilk, chopped strawberries, and white chocolate chips for the most amazing fruity treat. And while there might be a few steps to getting them right, they are well worth the effort. They make a great grab-and-go breakfast or tea-time snack.

46. Strawberries and Cream Macarons

Delicate little macarons are always a hit at parties, and these adorable strawberries and cream flavors are a delicious combination. Plus, they work perfectly as a baby shower dessert or wrapped up as gifts.

If this is your first time making homemade macarons, take my macaron online class first to get all my top tips!

47. Strawberry Sheet Cake

Everyone loves a sheet cake, especially one as pretty as this! This one is super moist and filled with fresh strawberries, topped with strawberry cream cheese frosting, and decorated with fresh berries, too. A triple threat!

48. Strawberry Upside Down Cake

Here's a unique twist on a summer classic dessert! I love an upside-down cake as it looks so dull after you bake it, but then you flip it over, and it becomes something else entirely! A hint of lavender transforms this delicious strawberry upside-down cake into something really special.

49. Strawberry, Lemon & Elderflower Cake

This strawberry dessert is certainly summer personified! With the flavors of strawberry, lemon, and elderflower in each bite, you will be completely transported to warm and breezy days.

50. Strawberry & Rhubarb Cream Tart with Strawberry Meringue

This stunning homemade tart has a buttery, sweet pastry crust filled with vanilla pastry cream and stewed rhubarb topped with a cloud of pretty-in-pink strawberry meringue. It's too good to miss!

51. Strawberry Panna Cotta

Who could resist the smooth and creamy taste of a strawberry panna cotta? While it always seems complicated, panna cotta is actually one of the easiest strawberry desserts to make. I think it works really well as a strawberry dessert for summer lunch parties.

52. Strawberry Shortcake Fudge

This pretty strawberry shortcake fudge comes together in just five minutes! You won't believe how easy it is to make. I love the crunch that comes from the wafers and slivered almonds, and you get a hit of white chocolate in each bite, too.