Celebrate Strawberry Season: 3 Delicious Strawberry Recipes

Sweet, juicy, and bursting with summer flavor, strawberries are one of America's favorite fruits. While strawberry season typically begins in late spring in northern regions, California and Florida enjoy fresh strawberries as early as January! To help you make the most of this delightful season, we've curated three easy and delicious strawberry recipes. Head to your local U-Pick or farmers market, grab some fresh strawberries, and let's get cooking!

1. Classic Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberry shortcake is a quintessential summer dessert, featuring fresh berries, flaky biscuits, and whipped cream. This easy recipe uses refrigerated biscuit dough for a quick and delicious treat, but feel free to make biscuits or sponge cakes from scratch if you're feeling ambitious!

Ingredients

Biscuit Ingredients:

• 1 can (10.2 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits (5 biscuits)
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• ¼ cup sugar

Strawberry Ingredients:

• 1 ½ pints (3 cups) strawberries, sliced
• 1/3 cup sugar

Whipped Cream Ingredients:

• ½ cup whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Separate the dough into five biscuits, dipping the tops and sides in melted butter and then in sugar. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet.
2. Bake for 13-17 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes.
3. In a medium bowl, mix strawberries with 1/3 cup sugar and set aside.
4. In a chilled metal bowl, beat whipping cream and 2 tablespoons sugar with a hand mixer on high until soft peaks form. Gently fold in vanilla.
5. To serve, split biscuits and layer with whipped cream and strawberries.

2. Easy Strawberry Freezer Jam

If you're looking for a simple way to enjoy strawberries year-round, this strawberry freezer jam is the answer! Perfect for spreading on toast or drizzling over desserts, it captures the essence of summer in every bite.

Ingredients

• 1 quart (4 cups) strawberries, halved
• 4 cups sugar
• ¾ cup water
• 1 package (1 ¾ ounces) powdered fruit pectin

Method

1. Mash strawberries until slightly chunky (you should have about 2 cups of crushed strawberries). Mix with sugar and let sit for 10 minutes.
2. In a saucepan, combine water and pectin. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and boil for 1 minute.
3. Pour the hot pectin mixture over the strawberry mixture and stir for 3 minutes.
4. Spoon the mixture into freezer-safe containers, leaving ½ inch of space at the top. Seal and let stand at room temperature for 24 hours.
5. Store in the freezer for up to 12 months, or in the refrigerator for three weeks. Thaw before serving.

3. Refreshing Strawberry Poppy Seed Salad

Enjoy a healthy and flavorful lunch with this strawberry poppy seed salad. Combining fresh strawberries, chicken, and a sweet dressing, it's a delightful way to use those freshly picked berries.

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients:

• ¼ cup sugar
• 1/3 cup slivered almonds
• 1 bunch romaine lettuce, torn
• 1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
• 2 cups strawberries, halved
• (Optional) 1 pound cooked, shredded chicken

Dressing Ingredients:

• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon sour cream
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 2 ¼ teaspoons cider vinegar
• 1 ½ teaspoons poppy seeds

Method

1. In a skillet, cook sugar over medium-low heat until melted and caramel-colored (about 10 minutes). Stir in almonds until coated and spread on foil to cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine romaine, onion, and strawberries.
3. Whisk together dressing ingredients and toss with the salad. Break candied almonds into pieces and sprinkle over the top. Add chicken if using, and serve immediately.

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