Fresas Con Creama | Strawberries and Cream: Fresas Con Crema Strawberries and Cream Recipe

My First Taste of Sunshine

I first tried this dessert on a hot summer day. My friend Luisa brought it to a picnic. One bite and I was in love. It tasted like sweet, cool sunshine.

I still laugh at that. I asked her for the recipe right there in the park. She wrote it on a napkin for me. I have kept it ever since. What food reminds you of a happy summer day?

Why This Simple Bowl Matters

This dish is more than just dessert. It is about sharing. You make it to bring people together. That is why it matters.

It also celebrates fruit at its very best. The strawberries are the true star here. The creamy sauce just lets them shine. Doesn’t that smell amazing when you slice them?

Let’s Make It Together

First, let your cream cheese get soft. This is very important. If it is cold, you will get lumps. Trust me, I have learned this the hard way!

Beat it in your mixer until it is smooth. Then add the crema, sugar, and cinnamon. Give it a little taste. Do you like it sweeter? You can add a bit more sugar.

Fun fact: The cinnamon is my little secret. It adds a warm hug of flavor that is just wonderful. Now, gently fold in all those red strawberry slices.

The Joy of Ripe Berries

This recipe asks for a lot of strawberries. That is the point! Use the ripest, reddest ones you can find. Their juice will mix with the cream.

This creates a beautiful pink sauce at the bottom of the bowl. That is the best part to spoon up last. Do you have a favorite berry to eat in the spring?

A Lesson in Gentle Mixing

Here is another reason this recipe matters. It teaches you to be gentle. When you add the strawberries, do not beat them. Just stir them in softly.

This keeps them pretty and whole. Food can be beautiful and tasty. We eat with our eyes first, you know. What is your favorite dessert that is also beautiful to look at?

Ingredients:

Ingredient	Amount	Notes
cream cheese	8 ounces	softened
Mexican crema or creme fraiche	1-1/2 cups
granulated sugar	⅓ cup
ground cinnamon	½ teaspoon
strawberries	2 pounds	rinsed and sliced

My Easy Fresas Con Crema

Hello, my dear. Come sit at the table. Let’s make my favorite treat. It’s called Fresas Con Crema. That means strawberries and cream in Spanish. I learned it from my friend Rosa years ago. We made it for a summer picnic. I still laugh at that day. The kids ate it so fast!

This dessert is like a sweet, creamy hug. It’s cool and perfect for warm days. You only need a few simple things. The hardest part is waiting to eat it! Doesn’t that smell amazing? The cinnamon and sweet berries just mix together. It makes the whole kitchen smell like happiness.

Here is how we make it. Just follow these easy steps. I’ll tell you a little story as we go.

Step 1: First, let’s make the cream smooth. Put your soft cream cheese in a bowl. Use a mixer to beat it until it’s creamy. This should take about one minute. I always tap my foot while I wait. (A hard-learned tip: make sure the cream cheese is soft! If it’s cold, you’ll get lumps.)

Step 2: Now, pour in the Mexican crema. Add the sugar and cinnamon too. Mix it all for another minute. It will become a lovely, pale cream. Taste it with a clean spoon. Want it sweeter? You can add a tiny bit more sugar here.

Step 3: Time for the star of our show! Gently stir in your sliced strawberries. I like to save a few pretty slices for the top. Fold them in carefully. We don’t want to smash all our beautiful berries. Do you think we should add a different fruit sometimes? Share below!

Step 4: We are almost done. Spoon the creamy strawberries into your bowls. I love using my little glass dishes. You can see all the pretty layers. A little sprinkle of cinnamon on top looks so nice. Then it’s ready to enjoy!

Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 6 servings
Category: Dessert

Let’s Get Creative With It!

This recipe is wonderful just as it is. But you can play with it too! Here are three fun twists I’ve tried. My grandson loves the first one.

Cookie Crunch: Crush some vanilla wafers or graham crackers. Sprinkle them in the bottom of your bowl for a crunchy surprise.

Tropical Twist: Use half strawberries and half chopped mango. It tastes like a sunny beach vacation in a bowl.

Chocolate Dream: Stir in a handful of mini chocolate chips. The chocolate gets a little soft from the cream. It’s so good.

Which one would you try first? Comment below!

Serving Your Sweet Masterpiece

This dessert is perfect all by itself. But you can make it extra special. Serve it in a fancy glass parfait cup. Layer it with more berries. A tiny mint leaf on top looks so pretty. It’s nice after a big family dinner.

What should we drink with it? For a grown-up treat, a little glass of sweet Moscato wine is lovely. For everyone, I love a cold glass of hibiscus iced tea. The tart tea goes perfectly with the sweet cream. Which would you choose tonight?

Keeping Your Fresas Con Crema Fresh

This treat is best eaten right away. But leftovers happen! Cover the bowl tightly. Keep it in the fridge for one day. The berries will get soft after that.

I do not recommend freezing it. The cream gets grainy. The strawberries turn to mush. It loses its magic. I learned this the hard way at a big family picnic. What a soggy surprise!

You can batch-cook the creamy sauce. Just mix the cream cheese, crema, sugar, and cinnamon. Store the sauce alone in the fridge for two days. Slice your fresh strawberries when you are ready to serve. This matters because fresh berries make every bite bright and happy. Have you ever tried storing it this way? Share below!

Simple Fixes for Common Troubles

Is your cream cheese lumpy? It was probably too cold. Let it sit on the counter first. Soft cheese blends smoothly. This makes your sauce silky instead of chunky.

Is the mix too runny? Your crema might be thin. Add a bit more soft cream cheese. Beat it again. I remember my first batch was like soup! A little fix saved it.

Are the berries bland? Taste one before you mix. If they are not sweet, add a pinch more sugar to the cream. Getting the flavor right matters. It turns simple ingredients into a special dessert. Which of these problems have you run into before?

Your Fresas Con Crema Questions, Answered

Q: Is this recipe gluten-free? A: Yes, it is naturally gluten-free. Just check your labels to be safe.

Q: Can I make it ahead? A: Make the cream sauce ahead. But slice the strawberries just before serving.

Q: What if I don’t have Mexican crema? A: Sour cream mixed with a little milk works well too.

Q: Can I double the recipe? A: Absolutely! It is perfect for a party. Just use a bigger bowl.

Q: Any fun extra tips? A: Try a tiny splash of vanilla. Fun fact: vanilla comes from orchids! Which tip will you try first?

From My Kitchen to Yours

I hope you love this simple, sweet dish. It always brings back happy memories for me. I would love to see your creation. Sharing food connects us all.

Show me your beautiful bowls. Have you tried this recipe? Tag us on Pinterest! Let’s fill that board with red berries and white cream. Thank you for cooking with me today.

Happy cooking!
—Anna Whitmore.