Fresas con Crema is proof that the simplest ingredients can create something amazing. This classic Mexican dessert comes together with just five ingredients, but when the strawberries soak into the sweet, creamy mixture, the result is rich, refreshing, and surprisingly irresistible. It’s easy to make, but every bite feels like a treat.
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The Best Fresas Con Crema
Y’all, this is hands-down the best Fresas Con Crema you’ll ever have!
It’s rich, creamy, and just the right amount of sweet, packed with fresh strawberries and topped with a cloud of whipped cream. This classic Mexican dessert is a favorite at antojitos spots and ice cream shops—and now, it’s about to be your new favorite too!
Mexicans have a serious love for creamy desserts, and this one fits right in with my other favorites like Arroz Con Leche, Platanos Con Crema (Mexican Bananas and Cream), Tres Leches cake, Flan, and Gelatina De Mosaico. Trust me, once you see how easy it is to make, you’ll be hooked!
It’s incredibly easy to make, requires no baking (so you can skip the oven on hot days), and is perfect for sharing—everyone will be asking for seconds!
🩷 xoxo, Ana
**This post was originally published on June 2022. It has been updated to be more helpful.
Ingredients & Substitutions
This recipe is for fresas con crema without sour cream. Most recipes call for it but I think there are better alternatives. The main flavors comes from the media crema (Mexican table cream) and condensed milk so there is no need for sour cream.
- Fresh strawberries
- 1 can media crema (substitute with Mexican crema or evaporated milk)
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup plain nonfat greek yogurt, regular plain yogurt or Crème fraîche.
- Vanilla extract
How to make Fresas Con Crema
Step 1. To a blender, add condensed milk, media crema, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract.
Step 2. Puree everything well. Make sure to scrape the sides with a spatula to make sure all ingredients are incorporated well. Note: The cream mixture is like a milkshake.
Step 3. Pour into a mixing bowl and set aside in the fridge.
Step 4. Slice the berries in whatever shape you like: halves, fourths, circles, cubes, etc. There are no rules here!
Step 5. Add the sliced strawberries into the reserved crema mixture and mix gently.
Step 6. Let it sit in the fridge for a few hours for the strawberries to infuse the cream. Besides, this dessert tastes better when cold!
Now is ready to eat! Divide into bowls or glasses and enjoy! If you’re serving this at a gathering, you can make ahead for up to 1 day in advance for a stress free dessert the day of.
Serving suggestions
This dessert is perfect after a Mexican meal since it’s light and fresh! If you want to make it more fun here are a few ideas you can do to it.
- Add granola.
- Add chia seeds.
- Add other fruits to it like raspberries, blueberries, chopped peaches or bananas.
- Top with a dollop of whipped cream.
- Add your favorite nuts.
- Make paletas!
Tips and Notes
- Keep everything cold! Place the cans & strawberries in the fridge so that they’re cold before making the recipe.
- Picking strawberries: The best strawberries have a bright red color, a natural shine and fresh looking green caps. Keep your berries in the fridge and wash them just before serving.
Variations
- Make the fresas con crema pink! You can add a few drops of pink artificial food coloring to your crema or add a few strawberries prior to blending.
- Instead of the Greek yogurt, replace with cream cheese. The texture will be a little bit more dense but sometimes that’s desired for this recipe. So good!
How to Store
- Strawberries: Store washed and sliced strawberries in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. If they release too much juice, drain any excess liquid before serving.
- Cream Mixture: Keep the sweetened cream in a separate airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Give it a quick stir before using.
- Assembled Dessert: If already mixed, enjoy within 24 hours. The strawberries will soften and release juice, making the cream thinner over time.
- For the best taste and texture, assemble just before serving!
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Print Recipe
Fresas Con Crema (Mexican Strawberries & Cream)
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 ½ Lb fresh ripe strawberries
- 1 12 oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 7.6 oz can media crema
- 1 cup plain nonfat greek yogurt, regular plain yogurt or Crème fraîche.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- To a blender, add sweetened condensed milk, media crema, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract.1 12 oz can sweetened condensed milk, 1 7.6 oz can media crema , 1 cup plain nonfat greek yogurt, regular plain yogurt or Crème fraîche., 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Puree everything well. Make sure to scrape the sides with a spatula to make sure all ingredients are incorporated well. Note: The cream mixture is like a milkshake.
- Pour into a mixing bowl and set aside in the fridge.
- Slice the berries in whatever shape you like: halves, fourths, circles, cubes, etc.1 ½ Lb fresh ripe strawberries
- dd the sliced strawberries into the reserved crema mixture and mix gently.
- Let it sit in the fridge for a few hours for the strawberries to infuse the cream. Besides, this dessert tastes better when cold.
- Divide into bowls or glasses and enjoy!
Notes
- Keep everything cold! Place the cans & strawberries in the fridge so that they’re cold before making the recipe.
- Picking strawberries: The best strawberries have a bright red color, a natural shine and fresh looking green caps. Keep your berries in the fridge and wash them just before serving.
Variations
- Make the fresas con crema pink! You can add a few drops of pink artificial food coloring to your crema or add a few strawberries prior to blending.
- Instead of the Greek yogurt, replace with cream cheese. The texture will be a little bit more dense but sometimes that’s desired for this recipe. So good!
How to Store
- Strawberries: Store washed and sliced strawberries in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. If they release too much juice, drain any excess liquid before serving.
- Cream Mixture: Keep the sweetened cream in a separate airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Give it a quick stir before using.
- Assembled Dessert: If already mixed, enjoy within 24 hours. The strawberries will soften and release juice, making the cream thinner over time.
- For the best taste and texture, assemble just before serving!
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FAQ
Table cream is a light cream (lower in fat) that adds creaminess and deliciousness to your favorite savory and sweet recipes. While heavy cream contains at least 36 percent milk fat. It is pasteurized or ultra-pasteurized, and may be homogenized.
A great alternative is plain Greek Yogurt or Crème fraîche?
Keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
I made this fresas con crema over the weekend and it was a hit with everyone! Simple yet oh so delicious!
Great to hear Tyler! I’m so happy you enjoyed these fresas con crema!
So delicious and creamy! This is my go-to dessert at night. So satisfying.
I’m so happy to hear this Gina! Thanks for the feedback!
My kids really loved this! I will definitely make it again!
When the kids love something is always a win! Thanks for the feedback!
We are obsessed with this simple dessert! It’s such a perfect, sweet treat!
Thank you Casey!
I Just tried this recipe and my family loved it. It was so easy and the flavors were fantastic.
Yay! Thanks for the feedback Shadi!
Awesome ? ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
These fresas con crema are just like the ones I grew up eating in Mexico! They used to sell them in cartoon boxes like old milk boxes. Can’t wait to make it again!