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Flavors That Go With Strawberry

Flavors That Go With Strawberry

If you’re looking for some strawberry flavor inspiration, you came to the right place! Whether it’s strawberry season and you’ve bought more than you know what to do with, or you have a craving for a new strawberry dessert, you will find all the great strawberry flavor combinations right here.

To make things easier, I’ve broken it down into categories. That way, whether you have an idea what you want to do with your strawberries, or completely unsure, you will find exactly what you’re looking for.

Best Strawberry Flavor Pairings

bowl of strawberries on wooden table

I absolutely love strawberries! They are incredibly versatile and can be incorporated into everything from breakfast and dessert, to dinner and appetizer dishes.

Their signature flavor and subtle sweetness make them ideal for pairing with all sorts of great ingredients. So if you are looking for ways to use up some leftover strawberries, you have tons of great options.

Fruits that Go Well with Strawberries

strawberry apple crisp on plate

Strawberries go so well with other fruits and berries that this is one of my favorite categories. It’s so simple to create unique and delicious flavor combinations.

You can use any number of the following fruits and berries with strawberries, so the flavor combinations are almost infinite!

  • Blackberries
  • Blueberries
  • Kiwi
  • Apples
  • Banana
  • Mango
  • Lemon
  • Lime
  • Orange
  • Blood Orange
  • Pineapple
  • Raspberry
  • Pear
  • Nectarine
  • Cantaloupe
  • Watermelon
  • Peaches
  • Plums
  • Bailan Melon
  • Honeydew
  • Cranberry
  • Lingonberry
  • Currants
  • Cherry
Apple Strawberry Crisp
Sweet and delicious, this is an easy recipe to make.
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strawberry apple crisp on plate
Strawberry Raspberry Pie
Great flavor and texture, this is wonderful strawberry pie recipe.
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fresh strawberry raspberry pie on table
Strawberry Pineapple Smoothie
Easy and delicious, this smoothie has a fresh flavor.
Check out this recipe
closeup of homemade strawberry pineapple smoothie in mason jar glass
Strawberry Banana Crepes with Nutella
These crepes taste amazing and are super easy to make.
Check out this recipe
strawberry banana crepe with Nutella

Nuts and Legumes that Taste Great with Strawberries

strawberry pecan salad viewed from above

The satisfying crunch and earthy flavor of nuts pair perfectly with strawberries in everything from desserts and smoothies, to dinner and breakfast recipes.

You can use whole or chopped nuts, and mix them with other ingredients from this list. Below you will find some of the best nuts to pair with your strawberries.

  • Pecans
  • Walnuts
  • Macadamia Nuts
  • Pistachios
  • Peanuts
  • Cashews
  • Almonds
  • Brazil Nuts
Strawberry Pecan Salad
Fresh and delicious, this is a great salad to use up your strawberries.
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strawberry pecan salad viewed from above
Strawberry Almond Cake
Easy and packed with flavor, this is a great cake recipe.
Check out this recipe
strawberry almond flour cake on plate

Spices and Herbs that Pair Well with Strawberry

top view of strawberry and berry mint fruit salad

Herbs and spices are a great way to add flavor depth when using up your strawberries. The sweetness of the strawberry is the perfect base for many spice and herb combinations.

Go ahead and experiment with some of the below spices when using up your strawberries.

  • Mint
  • Basil
  • Dill
  • Coriander
  • Rosemary
  • Tarragon
  • Fennel
  • Cinnamon
  • Black Pepper
  • Curry Powder
  • Thyme
Mint Fruit Salad
Fresh and delicious, this flavor pairing is amazing.
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top view of strawberry and berry mint fruit salad

Meat that Tastes Great Paired with Strawberries

overhead view of plate of chicken with avocado and strawberries

Believe it or not, strawberries can go wonderfully with meat dishes. They are most commonly used to make sauces and dressings.

And strawberry is a great way to bring a unique flavor to your next main dish.

  • Beef
  • Chicken
  • Turkey
  • Lamb
  • Pork
  • Rabbit
Chicken with Strawberry and Avocado
Sweet and savory, this is a wonderful main course for the whole family.
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overhead view of plate of chicken with avocado and strawberries
Strawberry Chicken Salad
Simple and flavor packed, this recipe is easy to make.
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Dairy that Pairs with Strawberry

homemade strawberries and cream in fancy glass

Maybe the most popular dairy to pair with strawberries is whipped cream. It’s a classic combination that tastes out of this world.

But that’s not your only option, there are a number of great dairy ingredients you can use with strawberry for a great tasting combination.

  • Whipped Cream
  • Cottage Cheese
  • Milk
  • Yogurt
  • Cheese
  • Cream Cheese
  • Crème Fraiche
  • Blue Cheese
  • Sour Cream
  • Mascarpone
  • Ice Cream
  • Goat Cheese
Strawberries and Cream
This is such an amazing recipe, great flavor and texture perfect for a special dessert.
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Strawberry Yogurt Pie
Great flavor and texture, this is one of my favorite strawberry desserts.
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top-view-of-homemade-strawberry-pie-with-yogurt

More Strawberry Combinations

strawberry rhubarb pie whole and slice on table

And just in case that wasn’t enough, here are some more of my favorite things to pair with strawberries.

  • Rhubarb
  • Lettuce
  • Spinach
  • Radish
  • Avocado
  • Olives
  • Chocolate
  • Nutella
  • Oats
  • Biscuits
  • Marshmallows
  • Graham Crackers
  • Coconut
  • Meringue
  • Brownies
  • Caramel
  • Ginger
  • Lavender Sugar
  • White Chocolate
  • Hazelnut
  • Ladyfingers
  • Apple Butter
  • Chocolate Mousse
Strawberry Rhubarb Pie with Tapioca
Simple and delicious, this is a great strawberry pie.
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top view of slice of strawberry rhubarb pie from tapioca on a plate
Strawberry Pie using Frozen Strawberries
Easy recipe, perfect for using up those frozen strawberries.
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slice of strawberry pie on plate and whole strawberry pie in background
Strawberry Pie without Tapioca
Great, classic flavor and no tapioca needed.
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top view of home baked strawberry rhubarb pie

Bottom Line

Most readers are surprised to find out just how many great things strawberries go with. They are such a versatile berry, and their sweetness makes them the perfect addition to so many types of recipes.

So while there’s nothing wrong with snacking on them alone, try some of these other great ingredients the next time you have some delicious strawberries on hand.