Back when I was first trying to cut dairy, I missed those creamy, diner-style milkshakes. After a few flops, I landed on this version — and it’s everything I hoped for. It tastes like dessert, but it’s made with real strawberries, plant milk, and zero guilt. My daughter even calls it “pink milk magi...

My mom used to make pineapple upside down cake in her old cast iron skillet, but one summer, we didn’t have pineapple — so she used strawberries instead. It turned out better than we expected: juicy, sticky, and full of berry flavor. Now I make it every spring when strawberries are at their best. It...

I started making strawberry lemonade during my “lemon water every day” phase — but let’s be honest, plain lemon water got old fast. I had extra berries one day, tossed them in the blender with lemon juice, and wow. That first sip was sunshine in a glass. Now I make a pitcher anytime we’re sitting ou...

I first had this cake at a baby shower and let me tell you, I went back for seconds before I even asked for the recipe. It was so creamy, so soft, and that strawberry flavor hit all the right notes. Now it’s my go-to for potlucks and holidays when I need something simple but unforgettable. Bonus: it...

Pound cake was one of those “grown-up desserts” I never appreciated as a kid… until I had it with fresh strawberries baked inside. My neighbor Mrs. Kay used to bring us a loaf every spring, and I swear it was still warm when she dropped it off. I’ve been making my own version ever since — and yes, i...

I made my first strawberry trifle for a bridal shower when I was 23 — and I was so nervous. But once I layered it up and saw how pretty it looked (and how fast it disappeared), I knew I had a go-to dessert forever. Now I make it every spring — sometimes in a big glass bowl, sometimes in individual j...

Some of my favorite memories are from summer nights at the old drive-in, sipping a thick strawberry milkshake in the backseat while watching a movie under the stars. That classic flavor — creamy vanilla, real strawberries, and just the right amount of sweetness — never gets old. Now, I make it at ho...

Cheesecake was always my “special request” dessert as a kid — especially for birthdays. But once I became a mom, I needed an easier way to enjoy that creamy goodness without all the hassle of springform pans and water baths. These strawberry cheesecake bars are the answer: simple to make, easy to sl...

This recipe brings back every single church potluck from my childhood. Someone always brought strawberry pretzel salad, and it always disappeared first. Sweet, salty, creamy, crunchy — it hits every craving. My mom taught me to make it when I was a teenager, and now it’s one of my go-to’s for family...

This was one of those “special occasion pies” my mom made when company was coming over. It looked so fancy with that shiny red strawberry topping, but it was secretly easy and always got compliments. Now I make it whenever I want to impress without stressing, especially during berry season. One bite...

This was the dessert my mom brought to every Easter dinner and baby shower. Fluffy angel food cake, juicy strawberries, and cool whipped topping — it always looked fancy, but it was secretly so easy. I remember sneaking spoonfuls from the fridge as it chilled, always hoping no one would notice that ...

This was our “treat” growing up when we didn’t have time to bake. My mom would slice fresh strawberries, whip up some cream, and just like that — dessert was served. It felt so special even though it was so simple. Now, I serve it to my own kids when we need something sweet but not heavy, and they l...