Trust us: This simple and swoon-worthy sheet cake will be a keeper in your recipe box. File it under “Springtime Crowd-pleaser.” Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating until blended after each addition. Credit: Photo: Hector Sanchez Beat in lemon juice and vanilla. Beat at low speed just until blended. Lightly grease paper with cooking spray. Spread batter in prepared pan. Bake at 350 for 30 to 40 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean....

A down-home pie with uptown flair. Red currant jelly spiked with orange liqueur adds a sophisticated finish. Yes, it looks too good to eat, but don’t let that stop you. Credit:Southern Living packagechocolate wafer cookies 1/2(4-oz.) Whisk together the first 3 ingredients and 2/3 cup of the sugar in a medium-size heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium, whisking constantly, and cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Remove from the heat, and transfer to a bowl; cover and chill 4 to 24 hours....

The first sign of spring deserves a toast. We eagerly await fresh berry season all year long. The color is a beautiful rosy pink, which looks great with the fresh berry and lime wheel garnish. Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Christine Keely Effervescent, sweet, sour, and herbal from the gin, this drink screams spring party. Vodka, gin, and tequila will all want to be best friends with this Strawberry Syrup....

Strawberry season can’t come soon enough. Store-bought piecrust makes this no-fuss dessert even more approachable. Just peel off any dried strawberry juice when your galette is finished baking. Credit: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist Heather Chadduck Slowly slide the parchment paper from underneath the galette. Ingredients 3cups1/4-in.-thick fresh strawberry slices (from 1 qt. whole berries) 2teaspoonscornstarch 1/4teaspoonkosher salt 1/8teaspoonground cloves 3tablespoonsturbinado sugar, divided 1/2(14.1-oz.) Prepare crust: Unroll piecrust on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper....

this velvety treat is made in a ziplock bag! It all starts with six simple ingredients that are probably in your kitchen already. If you’re a chocolate fan, omit the strawberries and add two tablespoons of chocolate syrup. Credit: Southern Living This ice cream in a bag recipe is excellent for getting the kids involved. Give this fun and interactive recipe a try, and let us know what you think in the reviews....

When ripe berries are popping, it’s time for this beautiful strawberry pie. Once the pie dough is made, it only takes 20 minutes to put the pie together. Learn how to make strawberry pie, and discover your new go-to spring dessert. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox you’re able to follow the instructions inthis recipeto make a lattice top for this pie. They’ll keep for 3 to 4 days. The strawberries are a little saucy when warm, making it perfect with cold vanilla orPineapple Ice Cream....

Our favorite easy cocktail with spring’s sweetest fruit. One tip is that not all mineral water is made the same. Speaking of citrus, use fresh lime juice in this drink. Credit:Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Mary Clayton Carl Ingredients 6Tbsp. Pour in tequila and lime juice. Top with sparkling mineral water. Credit:Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Mary Clayton Carl Garnish with a lime wedge and a fresh strawberry....

Store-bought biscuits make this strawberry shortcake biscuit “pudding” a cinch to prepare. If using homemade, verify to cube and then toast them before making the recipe. Grease an 8-inch baking dish with butter, and set aside. Credit:Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Add biscuit cubes; gently toss to coat. Cover bottom of prepared baking dish with half of the soaked biscuit cubes. Sprinkle with half of the diced strawberries, and dot with half of the preserves....

Once reserved for pick-me-ups after workouts, more and more people make tasty and healthy smoothies for quick grab-and-go-breakfasts. Filled with healthy fruits and vegetables, smoothies are still sweet enough to satisfy your sweet tooth. It’s like a peanut butter and jelly sandwich andpeanut butter banana sandwichall rolled into one. Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall Everyone will love this smoothie kids and adults. Thoroughly blend the hulled and halved strawberries so the seeds are processed....

Turn a box of cake mix into a sweet strawberry masterpiece. Dazzle your crowd with a strawberry-lemonade inspired dessert that’s made for sunny days. Ingredients 24paper baking cups 1(15.25-oz.) Credit: Photographer: Jennifer Causey Food Stylist: Melissa Gray Prop Stylist: Heather Chadduck Hillegas unsalted butter, at room temperature 3/4cupseedless strawberry jam (from 1 [18-oz.] jar) 4 1/2cups(about 18 oz.) Place paper baking cups in 2 (12-cup) standard muffin pans. Let cool in pans 5 minutes....

Consisting of rustic layers of fruit and whipped cream, this dish is so easy that anyfoolcan make it. Our brunch version features juicy strawberries and orange segments for a zippy kick. If you cant find it in your area, feel free to substitute sour cream. Credit:Greg Dupree, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen But whatever you do, be sure to use real homemade whipped creamit makes a big difference....

Summer’s favorite pie. What Is Icebox Pie? They’re often topped with whipped cream for a final creamy flourish. Credit:Jennifer Davick These pies are named after the place they were stored, the icebox. Check out our recipe forhomemade graham cracker crust, or sub in your favorite crushed crisp cookies. can sweetened condensed milk 1(8-oz.) package cream cheese, softened 4Tbsp.plus 1 tsp. strawberry gelatin (from 1 [3-oz.] Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned....

Tender, buttery scones with the spring flavors we love the most. Using your fingertips, rub together granulated sugar and zest in a large bowl until combined and fragrant. Add flour, baking powder, and kosher salt; stir to combine. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling; Prop Stylist: Prissy Lee Montiel Toss strawberries and rhubarb in flour mixture to coat. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured work surface. Gently flatten into a 12-inch round; fold in half....