39 strawberry recipes for decadent desserts (2024)

FAQs

How to make strawberries sweeter overnight? ›

In this case, I used about 1/4 cup of sugar and a 1/2 quart of strawberries and let them sit overnight. It's best to use at least 2 tablespoons sugar per cup of berries and increase the amount based on the tartness of the berries. Some of mine were pretty tart and I wanted them to be nice and sweet.

Add a little sugar and salt! Wash your strawberries, cut them, and hit them with a pinch of salt and a couple good three-finger pinches of granulated sugar, give them a little tossy-toss, and watch them magically start to darken and get extra juicy.

Sun it is that develops sugar levels in the berries – so make sure your plants get lots, and lots of it.

Because coffee grounds are slightly acidic, they are ideal for strawberries and other plants that prefer a slightly acidic soil. Although coffee grounds are high in nitrogen, they should not be used as the only fertiliser for strawberries, as they contain hardly any other nutrients.

Directions. Put the strawberries in a bowl, add the sugar, zest and vanilla and stir. Leave to macerate for 30 minutes at room temperature. The sugar will soften the fruit and draw delicious juices out to make a delicious syrup.

A mixture of vinegar and water can destroy harmful bacteria and kill off mold spores on the strawberries. Vinegar gives berries a thorough cleaning and can get rid of any dirt or little bugs that may be on them. Soaking your berries in vinegar won't affect how they taste.

Never fear: vinegar can help rinse off pesticide residue as well as dirt or bacteria. Pour three cups of cold water and a cup of apple cider vinegar or white vinegar into a bowl, then submerge your strawberries for five to 20 minutes.

Yes, dogs can eat strawberries. Strawberries are full of fiber and vitamin C. Along with that, they also contain an enzyme that can help whiten your dog's teeth as he or she eats them. Like all fruits, strawberries contain natural sugar, so offer them in moderation.

Cakes, cupcakes & muffins

Just as overripe bananas are ideal for baking, so can overripe strawberries, mashed or simply chopped and mixed into delicious baked treats.

What enhances the flavor of strawberries? ›

Add Sugar

Sugar supports and enhances the flavor of strawberries. It is the single best thing to do to improve strawberry flavor.

I highly recommend chopped mint, basil and lavender, which add surprising depth to a bowl of strawberries. Skip the rest of them, especially tarragon and sage, which clash completely with strawberry's bright flavors.

Macerate the berries.

Just a little bit of sugar is all you need. Spoon it over chopped or sliced berries, stir together, then let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes before digging in. Want to up the flavor even more? Consider adding a splash of juice or your favorite booze to give berries a flavorful twist.

An alternative method is to soak the strawberries in a bowl of cold water with 1 teaspoon (5 grams) of salt added into the mixture. Let it rest for 30 minutes then rinse and dry the strawberries. The salting process will draw out the natural sweetness within the fruit.

Instead of sugar and cream try serving your strawberries with balsamic vinegar or basil: simple, but delicious – these pairings are becoming modern classics. See our recipe for balsamic strawberries (pictured above).

A mixture of vinegar and water can destroy harmful bacteria and kill off mold spores on the strawberries. Vinegar gives berries a thorough cleaning and can get rid of any dirt or little bugs that may be on them. Soaking your berries in vinegar won't affect how they taste.