Vibrant Fresh Strawberry Recipes

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Strawberry season is here, friends! To help you enjoy this vibrant summer fruit to the fullest, we’re sharing our FAVORITE strawberry recipes. From sweet strawberry cake to fruit-infused cocktails, gorgeous salads, and so much more, there’s something for everyone! Find some new favorites to make and enjoy this summer!

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Desserts

Slice of vegan gluten-free strawberry cake next to the rest of the cake
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Vegan Strawberry Cake (GF)
Fluffy strawberry cake that’s undetectably vegan and gluten-free! Infused with vibrant strawberry flavor and perfectly sweet. Just 9 ingredients required!
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Spreading vegan strawberry frosting on a cake
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Vegan Strawberry Frosting
Undetectably vegan strawberry frosting that’s fluffy, light, sweet, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor! Just 3 ingredients, 1 bowl, and 15 minutes required.
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Stack of strawberry cheesecake bars on a plate
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Strawberry Cheesecake Bars (Vegan + GF)
The decadent flavors of tangy cheesecake and fresh strawberry swirled together into gluten-free, vegan-friendly bars! Oat-almond crust, naturally sweetened, 10 ingredients required!
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Stack of glazed strawberry donuts on a plate
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Easy Baked Strawberry Donuts (Vegan + GF)
Vegan, gluten-free baked strawberry donuts with crisp edges, fluffy centers, and a bright pink glaze so good you’ll want to lick the bowl clean. Just 10 ingredients and 30 minutes required!
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Plate of Two Vegan GF Shortcake Biscuits filled with strawberries and coconut whipped cream
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Perfect Strawberry Shortcake (Vegan / GF)
Fluffy, tender, vegan gluten-free shortcake topped with coconut whipped cream and strawberries! The perfect special diet-friendly dessert for summertime!
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Loaf pan of vegan strawberry ice cream made with fresh strawberries
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Creamy Vegan Strawberry Ice Cream
Creamy vegan strawberry ice cream that’s perfectly sweet and infused with vibrant strawberry flavor! Just 7 simple ingredients.
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Using a spoon to create texture on a bowl of Strawberry Watermelon Sorbet
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Strawberry Watermelon Sorbet (5 Minutes)
5-minute watermelon sorbet made in a blender with nothing but ripe summer fruit and a splash of almond milk. This unbelievably refreshing sorbet tastes like cotton candy.
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Two bowls and a baking pan of Grain-Free Berry Crisp served with vegan ice cream
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Grain-Free Berry Crisp
Vegan berry crisp with 3 types of berries. It's naturally sweetened with crispy, grain-free topping! The perfect plant-based, gluten-free summer dessert!
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Side and top view of a Strawberry Cupcake made with beet frosting
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Vegan Beet Strawberry Cupcakes
Super moist, vegan cupcakes packed with beet purée and fresh strawberries and topped with a simple vegan beet "buttercream" frosting. So tasty + they require just 1 hour and 1 bowl.
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Picking up a Gluten-Free Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Bar from a parchment-lined cutting board
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Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Bars (GF)
Simple strawberry rhubarb crumble bars with a crumbly oat topping! Naturally sweetened, vegan and gluten-free, 10 ingredients, and so delicious!
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Pie pan with two-thirds of a No-Bake PB&J Pie
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No-Bake PB&J Pie
A PB&J pie that's vegan-friendly, naturally sweetened, and requires just 9 ingredients. No bake besides the crust, and packs all the flavor of a classic PB&J into a healthier-for-you pie!
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Holding a bowl of Gluten-Free Summer Fruit Crisp with Vegan Ice Cream
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Gluten-Free Strawberry Nectarine Crisp
A 7-ingredient, gluten-free crisp made with strawberries and nectarines. Oaty, hearty, flour-free, and perfect alongside vanilla ice cream. Summer dessert at its finest.
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Drinks

Glass of homemade strawberry lemon with a lemon slice on the rim
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Easy Homemade Strawberry Lemonade
Easy homemade strawberry lemonade! Quick and easy to make in the blender, naturally sweetened, and perfectly tart-sweet. The ultimate summer refresher!
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Glass of our fresh strawberry margarita recipe with a slice slice and strawberry on the rim
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Fresh Strawberry Margarita (5 Minutes!)
EASY, naturally sweetened strawberry margarita bursting with fresh strawberry flavor and the perfect tart-sweet balance! A refreshing drink ready in just 5 minutes with 4 ingredients and a blender!
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Two glasses of our Strawberry Rhubarb Margarita recipe
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Rhubarb Strawberry Margaritas
6-ingredient rhubarb strawberry margaritas with silver tequila, lime juice, and a homemade rhubarb-strawberry syrup. Tart-sweet, easy to make, and perfect for spring!
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Creamy Vegan Strawberry Milkshake (4 Ingredients!)
The ULTIMATE vegan strawberry milkshake — creamy perfection without the dairy! Naturally sweetened, BIG strawberry flavor, and just 4 ingredients required!
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PB&J Smoothies topped with homemade strawberry compote
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Next-Level PB&J Smoothie
Creamy PB&J smoothie with ALL the flavor of a classic PB&J. DIY strawberry-chia jam takes the flavor to the next level. Just 7 whole food ingredients required!
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Two short glasses of our Strawberry Watermelon Smoothie recipe beside ingredients used to make it
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Strawberry Chia Watermelon Smoothie
Simple, 6-ingredient smoothie with fresh watermelon, frozen strawberries, lime, and chia seeds! Refreshing, hydrating, and the perfect summer breakfast or snack!
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& More!

Overhead shot of a wood serving bowl filled with a strawberry spinach salad
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Strawberry Spinach Salad with Candied Hazelnuts
Flavorful and eye-catching strawberry spinach salad with candied hazelnuts and dairy-free feta! Perfect for pairing with creamy pastas, soups, or your choice of protein. Just 30 minutes required!
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Big plate of Strawberry Arugula Salad on a pink background
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Strawberry Arugula Salad
A flavorful, 30-minute arugula salad with strawberries, brown sugar pecans, hemp seeds, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette!
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Blue mixing bowl filled with our Spicy Fruit Salad recipe
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Spicy Fruit Salad
A simple, 15-minute fruit salad with mango, blueberry, strawberry, and kiwi, dressed with lime juice and chili powder! Spicy-sweet, healthy, and so delicious. Perfect for summer BBQs and heat-free meals!
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Adding strawberry compote over a creamy matcha chia pudding
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Strawberry Matcha Chia Pudding
Thick, creamy matcha chia pudding with an easy strawberry compote. A gorgeous snack perfect for sharing with friends or prepping and enjoying throughout the week. Just 7 ingredients and 15 minutes active time required!
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Plate of homemade Vegan Strawberry Rhubarb Pop-Tarts drizzled with pink glaze
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Vegan Strawberry Rhubarb Pop-Tarts
7-ingredient vegan pop tarts made with whole grain pastry and strawberry-rhubarb compote. Simple, fast, and perfect for using up spring and summer fruit.
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Peanut Butter and Jelly Snack Bars beside dairy-free milk and a bowl of peanuts
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Peanut Butter and Jelly Snack Bars
Simple, 8-ingredient peanut butter and jelly bars with a naturally sweetened oat-almond crust and a strawberry jam and peanut butter topping! The perfect hearty snack or dessert!
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Spoon in a jar of Simple Berry Compote beside fresh strawberries and cherries
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Simple Berry Compote
2-ingredient fruit compote that requires just 1 pot and 15 minutes! Perfect for waffles, French toast, sundaes, oatmeal, and more.
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If you try any of these strawberry recipes, let us know! Leave a comment, rate them, and don’t forget to tag a photo @minimalistbaker on Instagram. Cheers, friends!

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