5 ways with... strawberries

1 Not just a trifle

Easy to make and low cost, trifle is the quintessential English dessert and the perfect summer treat to feature on your menus. Making individual portions will not only look visually appealing but will also charm customers who don’t want to commit to a heavy pudding. Have a few available to take away for those packing up a picnic.

2 Summer in a salad

Strawberries in a salad? Before you turn the page, hear us out. Fruit in a salad may be controversial but give this a go for a refreshing, delicious, speedy and head-turning dish, one that’s absolutely guaranteed to stimulate conversation! Add some walnuts and rocket to make it truly mouth-watering. The peppery taste of the rocket balances the sweetness of the strawberries to delicious effect.

3 Let them eat cake

A visually stunning dessert and a really easy bake too. Light, sweet and refreshing enough to satisfy any craving, this is bound to whizz off your display stands while Wimbledon is on! Make sure you use fresh strawberries as frozen won’t work quite as well and if you have time, use home-made whipped cream for the wow factor. For an eye-catching finish you could also add some red food colouring to the icing to give it a lovely pink tinge, although this is entirely optional!

4 A sunshine classic

The perfect no-bake summer pud, tiramisu is made with strawberries, strawberry compote, sponge fingers and mascarpone. Coffee, raw eggs and alcohol aren’t needed for this one. With no baking hot oven needed either and served chilled, this dessert is the perfect antidote to hot summer days. Chill for at least eight hours or preferably overnight to give this the perfect finish before delighting your customers.

5 We all scream for ice cream

Perfect on its own or as an accompaniment to summer desserts, homemade strawberry ice cream is a fabulous addition to your menus for little ones and grown-ups alike. Again, use fresh strawberries if you can.