50 Strawberry Recipes To Try This Summer

The start of strawberry season kicks off the parade of berries that march through summer. While available year-round, strawberries are the first in-season fruit that shows up at farmers' markets around the country. Depending on where you live, you may be met with memories of all-you-can-pick strawberry fields, dripping with red-hued berries. No matter how many strawberries you stock up on, it's amazing how quickly they disappear. Once you have a perfectly ripe strawberry, it's hard to eat them any other time of year.

The two most popular strawberry-focused desserts are, of course, strawberry shortcake and anything using the combination of strawberry and rhubarb. There are endless variations of the former, from serving shortcakes individually to creating a towering showstopper cake. Some recipes opt for biscuits while others keep the base more cake-forward. Strawberry and rhubarb are the perfect pair, as the sweet berries temper the tartness of rhubarb. From crisps and crumbles to bars, you can spend the entire season experimenting with this pair. Other baked goods including scones, loaves and breakfast pockets highlight strawberries — whether they're fresh, roasted or freeze-dried. While sweet, strawberries aren't just relegated to baked goods and desserts. They're a great addition to gussy up breakfast bowls and work equally well in savory salads and just may be one of the best berries for jams and jellies. From summery side dishes and ice pops to boozy beverages, read on for 50 of our best strawberry recipes.

Strawberry and Mascarpone Tart

This strawberry-flavored dessert takes inspiration from crème légère, in which pastry cream is lightened up with whipped cream. In this case, mascarpone is loosened up in a mixer with a touch of vanilla and folded in with whipped cream to create an easy no-bake version. Finish it off with strawberries glazed in strawberry jam and balsamic.

Ingredients

1 cup mascarpone cheese
1 cup heavy cream, cold
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 pound strawberries, sliced lengthwise
1/4 cup strawberry jam
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Graham cracker crust (9 inches)

Directions

In the bowl of a mixer, beat the mascarpone cheese with sugar and vanilla until smooth. Pour in the heavy cream and continue to beat until the mixture holds a soft peak when you lift the whisk out. Cover the bowl and place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
In a small saucepan, mix apple jelly (or strawberry jam) and balsamic vinegar until uniform. Heat over low heat and stir until the jam melts. Brush over the strawberries.
Prepare the graham cracker crust by crushing graham crackers (10 full crackers) in a ziplock bag using a rolling pin. Mix in 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, 2 tbsp sugar and 1/8 tsp kosher salt until uniform. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
To assemble, spread the mascarpone mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust. Place the prepared strawberries on top of the mixture, arranging them as desired. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Originally Post From https://www.today.com/food/recipes/best-strawberry-recipes-rcna155228

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