Sweet, juicy and vibrant, strawberries are a quintessential English classic.
Make the most of home grown strawberries with our favourite best easy strawberry recipes. From a classic Victoria sandwich cake and Eton mess to an easy strawberry cheesecake recipe, strawberry sorbets, and tasty meringues, whip up the perfect afternoon treat or summertime dessert.
Now is the time to cook and bake with British strawberries (which are undeniably the most delicious) as they are in season through to August. So, add some punnets to your next Waitrose order and try one of our 16 easy strawberry recipes.
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1
Wimbledon Strawberry Cake
The classic Victoria sponge is a true British treat. Light yet indulgent, Mary Berry's strawberry filled sponge cake is the perfect addition to a cup of tea.
Try Mary Berry’s Victoria sandwich cake recipe
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2
Sweet Eve strawberry, mango, pistachio and marsala fruit salad
This vibrant fruit salad is summer on a plate. Bring an exotic holiday vibe to your table and serve this up to round off an alfresco meal. Lovely fresh strawberries and summer fruits are complimented by a cheeky glug of Marsala wine. Delicious.
Try this strawberry, mango and Marsala fruit salad recipe
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3
Strawberry Risotto from 'The Breakfast Book'
Make a weekend breakfast truly special with this strawberry risotto. Creamy rice is the perfect setting for juicy red strawberries and this recipe is a great way to use up a glut.
Try this strawberry risotto recipe
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4
Sweet Eve strawberry Pimm's jellies
Turn a Pimm’s summer classic into a delicious jelly. This grown-up recipe proves that jelly isn’t just for children so whip up this easy dessert and serve up after dinner or take along to a picnic.
Try this strawberry Pimm’s jellies recipe
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5
Strawberry Shortcake
A traditional shortbread is a delight and this delicious recipe towers the buttery biscuit between layers of jeweled strawberries. It’s perfect for a little afternoon tea time treat and is a great alternative to cake.
Try this strawberry shortcake recipe
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6
Easy Strawberry Jam
This is an exceptionally fruity and delicious jam. The quick cooking time makes for a softer set and preserves more of the strawberries’ taste. Smear on toast or swirl into porridge for an intense hit of strawberry flavour in the morning.
Try this easy strawberry jam recipe
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7
Sweet Eve co*cktail
The sweet strawberries, dry Prosecco and slight bitterness of Campari combine beautifully in this co*cktail. Serve in champagne glasses with a fresh strawberry garnish and you’ll have the perfect drink to celebrate the summer.
Try this prosecco, Campari and strawberry co*cktail recipe
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8
Strawberry and elderflower sorbet
Wonderfully refreshing and decadent, this easy dessert can be made in advance and served scooped into pretty tea cups.
Try this strawberry and elderflower sorbet recipe
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9
Strawberry cheesecake cupcakes
It’s important to use pieces of fresh strawberry in this recipe; they moisten the sponge and texture of the cupcakes. The crumbled digestive biscuits sprinkled on top add the flavour of a cheesecake base.
Try Hummingbird Bakery's strawberry cheesecake cupcake recipe
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10
Strawberry coulis
This coulis is good and sharp and can be made ahead of time. Serve poured over summer fruits and drizzled with single cream for a refreshing dessert.
Try this strawberry coulis recipe
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11
Strawberry Cloud Cake
This stunning dessert is a piece of magic. It looks really impressive with very little effort and you can get it ready early in the day or a few days ahead so you’re free to relax when your friends arrive.
Try Annabel Langbein's strawberry cloud cake recipe
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12
Eton Mess
A quintessential British classic, this easy recipe takes mere minutes to throw together and will make the perfect dessert for summer barbecues and alfresco dining.
Try this strawberry Eton Mess recipe
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13
Frozen berries hot white chocolate sauce
Easy to prepare, this easy to make tasty dessert is the perfect combination of fruit and chocolate.
Try this berries with hot white chocolate sauce recipe
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14
Lime, honey and strawberry cheesecake
This fruity no-bake cheesecake is delicious and so simple to prepare. Just whisk the filling ingredients together and leave to chill.
Try this lime, honey and strawberry cheesecake recipe
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15
Strawberry meringue
Impressive and easy, one mouthful of this crunchy, creamy meringue and you'll be hooked.
Try this sweetness and light meringue recipe
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16
Scotch Pancakes - Recipe
It doesn’t matter how old you are, everyone loves pancakes. Top with spoonfuls of yoghurt if serving for breakfast or our delicious homemade vanilla custard for an easy dessert and strawberries.