Here in Arkansas, it's OFFICIALLY strawberry season, and I could not be more excited to get into the kitchen. Whether you're picking them fresh from the vine at a strawberry farm, supporting your local farmers, or buying strawberries at a grocery store, any of these 40 recipes will help you celebrate the season.
In this post, you'll find everything from easy breakfasts to show-stopping desserts. But first, let’s talk about when to snag the best strawberries and how to clean them like a pro.
When Exactly Is Strawberry Season?
Strawberries are at their peak from late April through June in most parts of the U.S., though the season can stretch earlier or later depending on your region. During this time, the berries are brighter, sweeter, and more flavorful—nothing like the off-season ones shipped in from far away.
If you’ve never visited a local strawberry farm, add it to your spring bucket list! U-pick fields are a fun way to get outdoors, support local growers, and stock up on the freshest berries you’ll ever taste.
How to Clean Strawberries the Right Way
Before diving into all the recipes, make sure your berries are ready for the spotlight. Strawberries are delicate, so cleaning them the right way keeps them fresher longer and prevents sogginess.
Here’s how to clean strawberries like a pro:
- Wait to wash until you’re ready to use them. Moisture speeds up spoilage, so don’t rinse until you need them.
- Use a vinegar bath to remove dirt and pesticides. Mix 1 part white vinegar with 3 parts water in a large bowl. Gently swirl the berries for 1–2 minutes.
- Rinse thoroughly with cold water and lay them out on a clean towel to dry completely.
- Hull after washing, not before. Removing the green tops before washing can make them waterlogged.
Pro tip: If you’ve got a big haul, freeze some for smoothies and baking later. Just wash, dry, hull, and freeze on a baking sheet before transferring to a bag.
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Brownie Strawberry Shortcake Recipe
Layers of fudgy chocolate brownie with a creamy center, topped with berries make this Brownie Strawberry Shortcake a winning dessert combination!
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Healthy Strawberry Muffins
Easy Healthy Strawberry Muffins feature wholesome whole wheat flour, oats, Greek yogurt, and fresh, juicy strawberries. With natural sweetness, these moist muffins are a delightful balance of flavor and nutrition.
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Strawberry Lemonade Cookies Recipe
Easy Strawberry Lemonade Cookies will remind you of summer. With 5 simple ingredients and a few easy steps, you'll be able to whip up a batch of soft, chewy cookies that are bursting with the sweet, tangy flavor
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A Latte Food
Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream
This homemade Strawberry Ice Cream recipe is an easy summer dessert full of fresh strawberry flavor. This easy strawberry ice cream is creamy and dreamy.
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Healthy Strawberry Jam Recipe (Low sugar)
Easy Strawberry Chia Seed Jam that's gluten-free and paleo friendly.
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Strawberry Fig Jam Recipe
Paleo strawberry fig jam with a splash of balsamic vinegar is the perfect combination of savory and sweet! With no refined sugars, it's paleo-friendly and totally delicious!
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Mom On Timeout
4-Ingredient Strawberry Sorbet
Light and refreshing, this easy Strawberry Sorbet is going to be your new favorite summer treat! Just 4 ingredients in this simple, delicious dessert!
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Easy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars Recipe
Easy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars filled with fresh strawberries and a delicious crumbly topping. A healthy, whole grain breakfast or snack idea the whole family will love!
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Strawberry Shortcake in a Jar
An easy 10-minute strawberry dessert in a mason jar.
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Strawberry Lemon Cookie Cups Recipe
If you love the taste of strawberry and lemon, you have to try these Strawberry Lemon Cookie Cups. With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy a sweet bite of sugar cookie and fluffy filling in a tiny cookie cup.
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Striped Spatula
Strawberry Salsa with Brown Sugar, Balsamic, and Herbs
Make summer entertaining easy with Strawberry Salsa! Sweet, tangy, and refreshing. Don’t miss 4 serving ideas on the blog, ranging from appetizers to dessert!
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Strawberry Balsamic Flatbread
Strawberry Balsamic Flatbread is an easy recipe with lots of sweet and savory flavors. The perfect summer appetizer or snack!
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Homemade Strawberry Chia Seed Jam
Easy Strawberry Chia Seed Jam that's gluten-free and paleo friendly.
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Chocolate Covered Katie
Strawberry Mousse Recipe
This thick and fluffy strawberry mousse recipe is easy to make, with no gelatin! It’s the perfect dessert for almost any occasion.
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Alrightwithme
Glazed Fresh Strawberry Tart
There’s something about a strawberry tart that makes everyone smile. I’ve been making these for years, and they never fail to brighten up our family
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Strawberry Kale Smoothie Recipe
This Strawberry Kale Smoothie Recipe is a metabolism-boosting breakfast packed with vitamins and nutrients and made with almond milk.
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Cooking Classy
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Easiest Chocolate Covered Strawberries! Only 3 ingredients, simple instructions, and delicious romantic chocolate strawberries.
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Food Banjo
Virgin Strawberry Mojito Mocktail
Virgin strawberry mojito mocktails are a tasty way to enjoy summer strawberries in a nonalcoholic drink. These mojito mocktails are refreshing, lightly sweetened, with the perfect strawberry flavor. Easy to enjoy all summer long and kid-friendly.
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Savoring Moments
Easy Strawberry Cheesecake Sweet Rolls
There’s something magical about waking up to the smell of fresh, homemade sweet rolls baking in the oven. These Easy Strawberry Cheesecake Sweet Rolls bring a perfect blend of tart strawberries and creamy cheesecake filling, wrapped in a soft, pillowy dough. They’re not just a breakfast treat—they’re a celebration of all things sweet, cozy, and delightful.
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ENW Nutrition
Chocolate Covered Cheesecake Strawberries
These Chocolate Covered Cheesecake Strawberries are an easy no-bake dessert recipe that’s perfect for celebrating Valentine’s Day.
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Masters of Kitchen
Strawberry Pretzel Salad Recipe
Looking for a unique dessert? Try our Strawberry Pretzel Salad, a delightful mix of crunchy pretzels, creamy filling, and juicy strawberries.
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A Latte Food
Strawberry Hand Pies
These easy strawberry hand pies have a cream cheese crust and are filled with homemade strawberry pie filling! This strawberry hand pie recipe is perfect for spring or summer dessert! You know how inside of
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Healthful Blondie
Strawberry Crumble Recipe
Homemade strawberry crumble recipe is sweet, buttery, and easy to make! It’s made with oat flour, naturally sweet, and topped with a crisp, crumbly oatmeal streusel. Use fresh or frozen strawberries!
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Yellow Bliss Road
Strawberry Pound Cake
Deliciously moist and flavorful, this Strawberry Pound Cake is a one bowl treat that has a fruity and sweet glaze and satisfies that sweet tooth!
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JustWorthi
Simple Strawberry Cheesecake with Fresh Strawberries
This Simple Strawberry Cheesecake with Fresh Strawberries is a delightful treat that combines creamy cheesecake with the sweet, tart flavor of fresh
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Alekas Get Together
Strawberry Cake Donuts
Pretty in pink, these strawberry cake donuts are as delicious as they are cute! They are also baked and much lower in calories!
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Fetty’s Food Blog
Roasted Strawberry Whipped Ricotta Toast (Recipe & VIDEO)
Strawberries are roasted in the oven with honey and thyme until jammy soft, then spooned over whipped ricotta and toasted bread.
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The Olive Blogger
Strawberry Scones Recipe
These Strawberry Scones are heavenly - lightly sweet, moist and perfectly fluffy, with strawberries bursting in every bite.
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Reffors
Best Ever Strawberry Cake
Dive into a world of sweetness and indulgence with our
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On My Kids Plate
How To Make Strawberry Lemonade
Learn how to make sweet homemade strawberry lemonade perfect for any party or hot day. This easy treat with real fruit only needs four ingredients.
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The Epicurean Mouse
Strawberry Shortbread Cookies
Rich and buttery, these strawberry shortbread cookies have freeze dried strawberries inside the dough, then topped with a fresh strawberry glaze.
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The View From Great Island
Fresh Strawberry Galette
A fresh Strawberry Galette is a joy to make (and eat!) This rustic strawberry tart is easier than pie and so much more delicious.
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This Wild Season
Strawberry Streusel Muffins
Lately I’ve been on a baking kick which is actually really unusual for me. Not sure if it’s the pregnancy talking as I’m still riding the high of my second trimester energy. Or if it’s my unusual craving for sweets that’s pushing me to bake more than normal.
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The Country Cook
Strawberry Brownies
Delight your taste buds with these decadent (but ridiculously easy) Strawberry Brownies! Moist and chewy with the perfect strawberry flavor!
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Cambrea Bakes
Brown Butter Strawberry Peach Pie
Strawberry peach pie is the ultimate summer treat with juicy peaches and strawberries encased in a buttery brown butter crust.
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36
Lone Recipes
Homemade Strawberry Cookie Boats with Vanilla Cream and Fresh Berries
Hey there! Just look at these gorgeous strawberry cookie boats! The vibrant pink cookies cradle a swirl of silky vanilla cream, crowned with plump, juicy strawberries and a glossy strawberry sauce. The contrast between the crisp cookie, smooth cream, and fresh berries creates the perfect bite. Those little shortbread crumbles scattered around add an extra touch of texture. Trust me, these are not only stunning to look at but absolutely divine to eat. They’ll be the star of your next gathering!
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Excelite Host
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Fifteen Spatulas
Strawberry Fruit Roll Ups (Homemade, Real Fruit)
This Homemade Strawberry Fruit Rollups recipe is a fun, natural way to enjoy a better version of the childhood snack! Just three ingredients.
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Inspired Taste
Fresh Strawberry Pie
This easy, fresh strawberry pie recipe is delicious. Strawberries coated in an easy strawberry glaze and topped with whipped cream. It’s out of this world!
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Simply Recipes
Homemade Strawberry Shortcakes Are The Best Strawberry Dessert Money Can Buy
An easy yet impressive recipe that spoons macerated strawberries over tender biscuits and finishes it all off with a puff of whipped cream.
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