This Strawberries and Cream recipe is a family favorite in my home. This naturally gluten free no-bake dessert is made with fresh strawberries, sugar, and heavy cream. The entire recipe comes together in about 10 minutes time.
My husband grew up eating Strawberries and Cream. I on the other hand did not know about this amazing and easy-to-make dessert until I was an adult, and my now mother in-law made it for me. I’ll be honest. I was skeptical at first, but after my first bite I was sold. Now whenever we have an abundance of strawberries in our home I know I have to make Strawberries and Cream for my family.
Why This Recipe Works
Three ingredients is all you need to make Strawberries and Cream.
Fresh dessert made in minutes.
This recipe is perfect for eating as is or on top of pound cake, angel food cake, or even on ice cream.
Ingredients
- Strawberries – For this recipe you need fresh strawberries. This recipe will not work with frozen and then thawed.
- Sugar – I like to use a tablespoon of granulated sugar; however, you can use less if you don’t want your cream as sweet.
- Cream – Heavy whipping cream is what you’ll need for the cream portion of this recipe. Half and half or other milks will not work. You must use heavy cream.
Directions
Wash: Wash and pat dry the strawberries. Then, cut the tops off the strawberries and quarter.
Mix: Place the strawberries in a large bowl. Once all the strawberries are cut pour the sugar on top and mix.
Then, pour in heavy cream. Carefully mix until all strawberries are coated.
Place plastic wrap on top of the bowl and refrigerator for at least one hour or up to 24 hours. Eat immediately.
FAQs
Here are all the frequently asked questions readers have asked when making Fresas con crema.
Fresh slices of strawberry mixed with cream and sugar make for a delicious dessert.
Imagine eating fresh strawberries that are mixed with whipped cream. The only difference is that the cream is still in the liquid form and not so much in a thicker form.
Fresas con crema or known in English as strawberries and cream. It is a popular Mexican dessert that uses 6 ingredients (a little more complex as a the American version). You will combine fresh sliced strawberries mixed with sour cream or Greek yogurt, evaporated milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract. The Mexican fresas con crema has much more cream then my American version of strawberries and cream.
Tips & Tricks
Here are a few of my favorite tips and tricks I’ve learned when making this Strawberries and Cream recipe.
- Refrigeration Time – I have written this recipe for the strawberries to refrigerate for at least an hour. However, if you don’t have an hour to wait or simply want to eat the strawberries and cream immediately you can. However; the cream might not be as sweet and full of the strawberry flavor. Letting the strawberries sit for an hour allows the sugar to break down the strawberries and letting out some of their juices.
- Heavy Cream – I have never tried this recipe using anything other then heavy cream. I think it’s crucial for the rich thick cream flavors.
- Strawberries – This recipe only works with fresh strawberries. Do not try using frozen strawberries. They will not hold up to the cream and will just be mushy.
- Leftovers – If you have any leftover Strawberries and Cream store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days at most.
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Strawberries and Cream
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Refrigerator
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Fresh Strawberries tops cut off and quartered
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
- ¼ cup Heavy Cream
Instructions
- Wash and pat dry the strawberries. Then, cut the tops off the strawberries and quarter.
- Place the strawberries in a large bowl. Once all the strawberries are cut pour the sugar on top and mix.
- Then, pour in heavy cream. Carefully mix until all strawberries are coated. Place plastic wrap on top of the bowl and refrigerator for at least one hour or up to 24 hours. Eat immediately.
Notes
- Refrigeration Time – I have written this recipe for the strawberries to refrigerate for at least an hour. However, if you don’t have an hour to wait or simply want to eat the strawberries and cream immediately you can. However; the cream might not be as sweet and full of the strawberry flavor. Letting the strawberries sit for an hour allows the sugar to break down the strawberries and letting out some of their juices.
- Heavy Cream – I have never tried this recipe using anything other then heavy cream. I think it’s crucial for the rich thick cream flavors.
- Strawberries – This recipe only works with fresh strawberries. Do not try using frozen strawberries. They will not hold up to the cream and will just be mushy.
- Leftovers – If you have any leftover Strawberries and Cream store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days at most.
Nutrition
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Shana
This was super easy and so delicious – perfect for strawberry season! We all enjoyed it and finished it in minutes!
Katie
Shana, so happy you loved this recipe. My husband grew up eating this dessert with his family.