16 Vegan Strawberry Recipes Worth Making
If you’ve recently picked up a basket of strawberries and need ideas, these vegan strawberry recipes are a great place to start.
Sweet, juicy, and versatile, strawberries can be used in so much! From easy breakfasts and quick snacks to fresh desserts, drinks, and simple seasonal treats, there are plenty of ways to make the most of them while they’re at their best.
So whether you’re looking for something light and refreshing, a cozy weekend bake, or an everyday recipe, strawberries bring a sweet, bright flavor that instantly makes everything taste like spring and summer.
And if you’re looking for more produce forward recipes check out 8 rhubarb recipes to make while it’s in season!
When Are Strawberries in Season?
Strawberries are typically in season from late spring through early summer, though the exact timing depends on where you live. In many parts of the U.S., local strawberry season begins around April or May and lasts through June, with some regions extending into early summer.
You’ll usually find the sweetest, most flavorful berries during peak season when they’re freshly harvested and bright red. Farmers market strawberries are often smaller, softer, and more fragrant than out-of-season grocery store berries, which makes them especially good for fresh strawberry recipes.
And, if you’re shopping for strawberries, look for berries that are red all around (minimal white spots), fragrant, and free from soft spots.
And right now is the perfect time to lean into seasonal cooking and make the most of fresh strawberry recipes while they’re at their best!
1.Strawberry Basil Ice Cream
This strawberry basil ice cream is the perfect way to welcome the warm weather! It’s a twist on a classic flavor in the best way. Made with full-fat coconut milk, cashews, fresh strawberries, and a hint of basil, it’s vegan-friendly and 100% dairy-free.
2. Vegan Strawberry Muffins
These Vegan Strawberry Muffins have the perfect combination of fresh strawberries with subtle notes of fresh lemon zest. They are loaded with flavor and have an irresistible crumb. Everyone will love them!
3. Easy Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake
Easy vegan strawberry cheesecake with layers of biscoff cookie crust, smooth strawberry cream cheese filling, and an intensely flavored strawberry curd topping. This small batch cheesecake is made in a loaf pan.
4. Strawberry Grapefruit Mocktail with Mint
Perfect for spring and summer sipping, this strawberry grapefruit mocktail with mint is incredibly refreshing and flavorful. Ready in 5 minutes or less with just 5 ingredients, this easy mocktail can be batched to serve a crowd with a few simple modifications or enjoyed solo.
5. Strawberry Spinach Salad
This fresh and vibrant strawberry spinach salad has been a hit in my household, and even my salad-skeptic husband raved about it. What truly elevates this salad are the crunchy caramelized pecans—just the right amount of sweetness and incredibly easy to make. This salad is tossed with a healthy, creamy poppyseed dressing, juicy strawberries, zesty red onions, and creamy crumbled feta. I often prepare this salad dairy-free, so everyone can enjoy it. Plus, I’ll share some handy tips to help you achieve that perfect dairy-free version.
6. Strawberry Chocolate Chip Bread
Celebrate strawberry season with a vegan strawberry chocolate chip bread that’s completely plant-based and a delicious balance of ripe strawberries with rich vegan chocolate chips.
7. Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl
This creamy dreamy strawberry smoothie bowl is a refreshing breakfast made with only 4 ingredients! Top with your favorite granola and fresh strawberries for a vibrant breakfast bowl.
8. Vegan Strawberry Cake
Soft and fluffy vegan strawberry cake packed with 4 cups of fresh strawberries (no extract needed)! This cake is easy to prepare and keeps well for days.
9. Sweet Strawberry Tamales Recipe (Tamal de Fresa)
Mexican sweet tamales are such a treat and making them at home isn’t difficult. This delicious strawberry tamales recipe is made with fresh strawberries, they have a light pink dough and are filled with strawberry jam. They’re perfect with a cup of Mexican hot chocolate or atole.
10. Strawberry Acai Refresher – Starbucks Copycat Recipe
A delicious and easy dessert with minimal prep time and ingredients, gluten-free rhubarb crisp is forever a family favorite. With a delicious combination of sweet and tart, crunchy and saucy, this vegan rhubarb crisp is a spring and summer go-to bake.
11. Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding
This Strawberry Chia Seed Pudding is a family favorite in our house – it’s nutritious, delicious, and meal prep friendly! Packed with protein, naturally sweetened, and completely plant-based, it’s a blood sugar balancing breakfast to start your day off right!
12. How to Make Strawberry Mochi (Ichigo Daifuku)
Strawberry Mochi (Ichigo Daifuku) are sweet and chewy treats featuring mochi stuffed with ripe strawberries and a sweet Japanese bean paste. These delicious delights are surprisingly easy to make and are a tasty way to celebrate strawberry season!
13. Vegan Strawberry Frosting
Learn how to make Vegan Strawberry Frosting that is completely dye-free and requires just 5 ingredients. It’s made with freeze-dried strawberries that create the prettiest blush-pink color and tons of real strawberry flavor.
14. Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake
This easy homemade Gluten-Free Strawberry Shortcake recipe is vegan, allergy-free, and made completely from scratch with healthy ingredients you already have! With a simple tender and flaky biscuit, fresh juicy strawberries, and sweet dairy-free whipped cream, there’s nothing not to love about this classic spring and summer dessert!
15. Strawberry Vinegar
Sweet, tart, and infused with fruity deliciousness, strawberry vinegar is going to be your next favorite salad dressing essential. All you need is three ingredients and a few minutes of kitchen time to transform your regular vinegar into one with a beautiful pink color and a delicate strawberry flavor.
16. Easy Homemade Strawberry Compote
A sweet, fresh sauce can heighten flavors of both sweet and savory dishes, and this easy, homemade strawberry compote recipe will do just that. You can spruce up many dishes with its balanced sweet and tart flavors.
Whether you try a classic dessert, an easy breakfast, or a fun strawberry drink, I hope this list gave you plenty of inspiration for what to make with strawberries this season!
Save a few of these strawberry recipes now, pick up an extra basket while they’re sweet and abundant, and enjoy making the most of one of the best parts of spring and early summer.
