Our Best Sweet Strawberry Desserts

ROASTED STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKES

This dessert is a classic for a reason: Silky whipped cream enriches the subtly acidic strawberry's bright, bold flavour.

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STRAWBERRY AND WHITE CHOCOLATE NAPOLEONS

Layer upon layer of crisp pastry, rich white chocolate custard and fresh berries make an impressive dessert for company.

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STREUSEL-TOPPED STRAWBERRY GALETTE

A crunchy almond streusel takes this show-stopping free-form pie to a higher level. Make it with locally grown strawberries, since the flavour and texture of the filling depends on the quality of the berries.

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STRAWBERRY SWIRL CHEESECAKE

This stunning swirled cheesecake makes delicious use of strawberry season's finest. Even the most carefully made cheesecakes sometimes end up with little cracks on the top, but not to worry, a simple fresh berry topping hides any imperfections.

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THE ULTIMATE STRAWBERRY RHUBARB PIE

A braided crust and leaf-shaped cutouts give this seasonal favourite an extra-special presentation. And the flavour? Unparalleled. Our secret ingredient is tapioca starch, which thickens the strawberry juices for a glossy, clump-free filling.

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STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB & BASIL CRISP

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STRAWBERRY RHUBARB COMPOTE WITH ICE CREAM

Pass on prepared strawberry sauce, and get back to basics with our homemade recipe. The secret's in the balance of sweet and tart flavours: summer-fresh strawberries, rhubarb and oranges.

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STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM BREAKFAST LOAF

This moist breakfast loaf gets its vibrant flavour from sweet ripe strawberries. If they're not in season, you can still make this recipe year-round; simply use frozen strawberries instead of fresh, as out-of-season varieties are more tart than sweet.

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STRAWBERRY MILLE-FEUILLES

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STRAWBERRY & LAVENDER-CREAM CUPS

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LEMON THYME STRAWBERRY CRUMBLE

The floral notes of lemon thyme pair beautifully with ripe strawberries. Enjoy this skillet dessert with ice cream or vanilla custard. Leftovers—if there are any—make for a decadent breakfast. 

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SAUCY STRAWBERRY CAKE

Similar to pudding cake, this simple dessert consists of two delicious layers: a warm and saucy strawberry bottom and a tender orange-flavoured cake on top. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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PASSOVER SUNSHINE CAKE

Sunshine cake, really angel food cake made with whole eggs, is relatively obscure despite being around for more than a century. However, with its light moist texture, golden colour and citrus flavour, it makes an ideal Passover dessert using kosher-for-Passover ingredients, as well as one for Easter (see Variation, this page) and certainly deserves more celebrity.

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GLUTEN-FREE STRAWBERRY CRUMBLE

Shredded coconut in the crumble topping adds tropical flair to an otherwise classic recipe. Many people with celiac disease can still consume oats, but to be absolutely sure yours haven't been in contact with gluten from other products, look for bags labelled "pure uncontaminated oats." You'll find them in health food stores or the natural foods aisle of your supermarket.

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STRAWBERRY VANILLA CHEESECAKE

This classic New York-style cheesecake gets an update with vanilla and strawberries. Choose small uniform-size berries.

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BUTTERMILK PANNA COTTA WITH MACERATED STRAWBERRIES

This classic dessert has a wonderful sweet-tangy balance, thanks to the addition of buttermilk. It takes only 15 minutes of hands-on time to prepare, leaving you more breathing room to work on the rest of the meal.

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NO-CHURN STRAWBERRY MASCARPONE ICE CREAM

The slight tang of mascarpone cheese balances the strawberry's inherent sweetness in this cool treat.

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EASY VEGAN FRENCH TOAST

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EGG-FREE MOUSSE WITH BERRY COMPOTE

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STRAWBERRY BLOSSOM CUPCAKES

Fresh strawberries, airy icing and moist vanilla cake – who could ask for anything more? This is a great cupcake for a strawberry social, a Canada Day event or just celebrating the sweet days of summer.

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STRAWBERRY VANILLA YOGURT SWIRL POPS

This lightened-up version of strawberries and cream is a pop worthy of any hot summer day. The berries are the star of this frozen treat, so use ripe, in-season strawberries for optimum flavour.

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WATERMELON STRAWBERRY SMOOTHIE

Watermelon is one of the top water-containing fruits. Its subtle sweetness gets a boost from the strawberries in this rosy drink.

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GLAZED STRAWBERRY RHUBARB TART

Rhubarb cooked in a double boiler stays more intact than when it's stewed, plus it looks pretty beside the fresh strawberries.

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FLAKY STRAWBERRY CREAM PIE

A phyllo crust takes the heavenly combination of strawberries and cream to the next level in this pie. Assemble the crust quickly, as the pastry sheets dry out easily.

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CASSIS AND STRAWBERRY LABNEH CLOUDS

Labneh is a thick, tangy, velvety strained yogurt with a mascarpone-like flavour. It makes a great base for sweet strawberries, tart cassis syrup and toasted pistachios.

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LAYERED STRAWBERRY RHUBARB TRIFLE

This fresh-tasting dessert is made with a tart rhubarb sauce that offsets the sweetness of the fresh strawberries and zippy citrus custard. Use a bar zester to create beautiful orange zest curls for the garnish.

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CHERRY-BERRY BANNOCK SHORTCAKES WITH MAPLE TOFFEE SAUCE

This twist on strawberry shortcake uses sweetened mini versions of bannock.

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COCONUT & STRAWBERRY PANNA COTTA

This is that amazing time of year when the sun is shining, birds are chirping, bees are buzzing and the fresh strawberry harvest is underway. Sure, we love these little bites of delight any old time, but local, homegrown ones always taste best!

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ANNA OLSON'S MARITOZZI WITH STRAWBERRY ICE CREAM

A traditional Italian Maritozzo is a soft brioche bun filled with a cream filling. This version is stuffed with a homemade strawberry ice cream, making it a delicious and decadent ice cream sandwich.

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STRAWBERRY ICEBOX CAKE

When you're entertaining, make this pretty "log" cake early in the day. Not only will you like its no-bake preparation, you'll just love the compliments it brings.

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BBQ STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE

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STRAWBERRY BUTTERMILK PANNA COTTA

Buttermilk makes this cool no-bake custard wonderfully tangy and creamy. The flavour of the berries is key, so use local in-season fruit.

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STRAWBERRY PEACH SMOOTHIE

This fruit smoothie has a hint of almond, which adds richness and protein to an everyday treat. It also works well with frozen blueberries, if you don't happen to have frozen peaches on hand.

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Our technique of cooking the perfect cake in a slow cooker uses both the high and low settings, ensuring that the cake stays tender without being too moist. Good-quality parchment paper is on the heavier side, and it will help insulate the cake so that it bakes to a nice light-golden colour.

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STRAWBERRY CHEESECAKE ICE POPS

Slices of fresh berries, chunks of graham crackers and velvety cream cheese give these pops a nice, satisfying texture. Bonus: The cream cheese drastically slows down melting time, making these frozen treats ideal for a super-hot day.

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GIANT CHOCO-STRAWBERRY COOKIE

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FROSTED STRAWBERRY PASTRY TARTS

This beloved kid treat can easily be made at home, so round them up and get busy in the kitchen. 

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STRAWBERRY RHUBARB PIE WITH ORANGE ZEST

Sweet and tangy, this pie can convert any rhubarb naysayer with its vibrant and fresh appeal. Topping the fruit mixture with butter adds richness and also slightly thickens the filling.

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STRAWBERRY S'MORES IN A JAR

Enjoy this fun and utterly delicious twist on a classic campfire treat.

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SALT AND PEPPER STRAWBERRY CARAMEL MINI TARTS

We love reinventing a classic, and these adorable mini tarts topped with chocolate buttons up the ante on beloved salted caramel. Think traditional buttery flavour but with a twist of strawberry and the essence of smoky black pepper. This recipe makes enough caramel to have extra for drizzling over fresh berries or ice cream.

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MINI LEMON SCONES WITH STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM

Don't worry about leftovers; scones freeze well and are perfect for breakfast. Devonshire cream (a clotted cream from England) is very thick and rich and does not require whipping. Look for small jars in the dairy section of the grocery store.

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STRAWBERRY MOUSSE YULE LOG WITH CREAM CHEESE ICING

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STRAWBERRY WHITE CHOCOLATE SPRINKLE ICE CREAM SANDWICHES

These pretty pink-and-white sandwiches are the perfect afternoon treat. Look for long sprinkles instead of small, round ones, which will bleed into the ice cream.

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MAPLE LEAF ICEBOX CAKE

This Canada Day–themed dessert is bright and refreshing. Assembling your cake the night before saves time and allows the flavours to combine. Choose the ripest, reddest strawberries for the perfect flag topping.

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