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    18 Irresistible Berry Treats You Need to Try Right Now

    Published: Jun 20, 2024 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    From the creamiest strawberry ice cream to a blueberry pie that’s not runny, you’ll find a scrumptious berry dessert for any occasion. Each recipe celebrates the naturally sweet flavors of fresh, juicy berries, making them the perfect addition to your summer menu.

    The Creamiest Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream

    A bowl of strawberry ice cream.


     

    This homemade custard-based strawberry ice cream recipe has been passed down by my family for generations. You make it on the stove, then transfer it to an ice cream machine for a creamy texture that store-bought strawberry ice cream dreams of.

    Get the Recipe: The Creamiest Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream

    BEST Blueberry Pie Recipe – Never Runny

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    While I love a blueberry cobbler with ice cream, fresh blueberry pie should not be runny or gummy. The secret is to make a homemade jam and add fresh blueberries to it creating a Southern classic that you’ll be making all summer long.

    Get the Recipe: BEST Blueberry Pie Recipe – Never Runny

    Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

    strawberry cheesecake bars on a platter.

    Bite into these sweet and creamy strawberry cheesecake bars! With a classic buttery crust and rich strawberry compote, these little bars of heaven have all the best parts of cheesecake in a convenient handheld form. No need to worry about finding a plate and fork when these are on hand!

    Get the Recipe: Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

    No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

    A strawberry cream cheese pie.

    This scrumptious no-bake strawberry cream cheese pie with fresh or frozen strawberries is a must for a summer get together. Creamy and rich it’s a no fail pie that will hold it’s shape even in the heat and make you the star at the next potluck or cookout.

    Get the Recipe: No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

    Blueberry Self-Saucing Pudding Cake

    Make a self-saucing pudding by pouring boiling water over batter topped lucious blueberries, and you’ll have the most heavenly dessert. It creates a caramelized coating over the top of a cake-like filling surrounded by a warm blueberry sauce. It’s a little magical!

    Get the Recipe: Blueberry Self-Saucing Pudding Cake

    Berry Cream Cheese Pie – No Water Bath

    This Cream Cheese Pie is much easier to make than a cheesecake, but just as delicious! With its buttery crust, robust berry flavor, and creamy filling, this decadent dessert is perfect for any occasion but is easy enough for first-time bakers to tackle. 

    Get the Recipe: Berry Cream Cheese Pie – No Water Bath

    Strawberry Filled Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

    Strawberry Filled Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting have strawberry jam in the batter and strawberry puree in the center for double the strawberry taste.
    Don’t stop there, add freeze dried strawberries to a cream cheese frosting for a triple dose of strawberries – and a beautiful pink color.

    Get the Recipe: Strawberry Filled Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

    Not So Classic Strawberry Shortcake with Frosting

    A slice of strawberry shortcake cake.

    This strawberry shortcake is a layered masterpiece of buttery cake, juicy strawberries, and slightly sweet frosting. Adding frosting makes it more of a layer cake than your typical strawberry shortcake with whipped cream topping. This beautifully rustic cake is perfect for special occasions or just to celebrate strawberry season.

    Get the Recipe: Not So Classic Strawberry Shortcake with Frosting

    Southern Blueberry Cobbler with Coconut and Lime

    This easy Southern blueberry cobbler recipe is topped with buttery, golden biscuits. A little lime transforms the sweet juicy blueberries and brings out their flavor. Flaky, melt-in-your-mouth biscuits create the perfect Southern dessert. 

    Get the Recipe: Southern Blueberry Cobbler with Coconut and Lime

    Light and Airy Strawberry Mousse Cake

    A cake topped with strawberry mousse is a fabulous way to showcase fresh strawberries.  The creamy and airy texture of the mousse perfectly complements the moist vanilla cake. It’s not quite as sweet as frosting but still bursting with flavor.

    Get the Recipe: Light and Airy Strawberry Mousse Cake

    Strawberry Jelly Cake with Cream Cheese Icing

    Loaded with fresh strawberry sauce and a cream cheese frosting, this easy Strawberry Jam Cake will be your new go-to dessert for potlucks and gatherings. It’s so much better than a traditional strawberry poke cake, you’ll never go back to Jello again!

    Get the Recipe: Strawberry Jelly Cake with Cream Cheese Icing

    Glazed Strawberry Shortcake Cookies with Fresh Strawberries

    Get ready to indulge in a burst of summer with every bite of these delightful strawberry shortcake cookies! Glazed Strawberry Shortcake Cookies are a cross between a cookie and a scone. Fresh strawberries add a natural sweetness to go with a simple glaze drizzled on top.

    Get the Recipe: Glazed Strawberry Shortcake Cookies with Fresh Strawberries

    Cast Iron Skillet Strawberry Pound Cake

    This simple but stunning strawberry pound cake made in a cast-iron skillet is sure to become a favorite. Quick enough to make on a busy weeknight and so delicious you’ll want to share with your friends.

    Get the Recipe: Cast Iron Skillet Strawberry Pound Cake

    Fresh Strawberry Bundt Cake

    A freshly baked strawberry bundt cake is an impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion and easy to throw together. Made with juicy strawberries and a few basic ingredients, this cake looks amazing and tastes heavenly. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply craving something sweet, a slice of this scrumptious cake is sure to be a hit.

    Get the Recipe: Fresh Strawberry Bundt Cake

    Simple Strawberry Cobbler Recipe with Biscuits

    The easiest way to enjoy fresh strawberries is with a strawberry cobbler.  Strawberries baked with a slightly sweet biscuit on top are a Southern tradition. Throw it together in 20 minutes and enjoy the sweet taste of summer.

    Get the Recipe: Simple Strawberry Cobbler Recipe with Biscuits

    Strawberry Layer Cake with Fresh and Freeze Dried Strawberries

    A super moist homemade Strawberry Cake made from scratch with fresh strawberries. A strawberry puree plus freeze dried strawberries give this a double dose of strawberry flavor. Great for Valentines Day, birthdays or any occasion.  This will be your new favorite cake.

    Get the Recipe: Strawberry Layer Cake with Fresh and Freeze Dried Strawberries

    Strawberry Icebox Pie

    Once you’ve tried a Southern Strawberry Icebox Pie, you’ll be hooked. This old fashioned pie with fresh strawberries is a classic. Both cooked and fresh berries are combined for a pie bursting with flavor.

    Get the Recipe: Strawberry Icebox Pie

    Strawberry Lemon cake with Honey Whipped Cream

    The perfect combination of moist cake and juicy, sun-ripened strawberries with a zesty twist of lemon. With fresh strawberries in the batter and honey sweetened whipped cream on top, a strawberry lemon cake is similar to a strawberry shortcake but better.

    Grab the Recipe: Strawberry Lemon cake with Honey Whipped Cream

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    Barbara Curry is the culinary adventurer of Butter & Baggage. With a dedicated enthusiasm for real butter made from happy cows she is in constant pursuit of delicious recipes and tasty dishes. She shares her experiences, ventures, and occasional misadventures because let’s face it things can get messy in any kitchen.

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