Sensational Fresh Strawberry Desserts

Only five ingredients required for this simple make-ahead dessert. If you can't find amaretti cookies, sprinkle with granola.

Recipe: Strawberries with Crunchy Almond Topping

Dazzle your guests with this grown-up gelatin dessert. Sparkling wine enhances the sweetness of the fresh summer fruit.

Recipe: Sparkling Fruit Gelées

Round out a Southern-style supper with these individual confections. Sweetened biscuits, juicy berries, and whipped topping combine for an out-of-this world presentation.

Recipe: Strawberry Shortcake

Prepare ahead this cool vanilla custard and sweet strawberry jam. The combination is the perfect complement to the end of a hot summer day.

Recipe: Vanilla Crème with Fresh Berry Jam

Find a you-pick farm and gather your own strawberries or stock-up at your local farmer's market. This pie requires eight cups of berries so you'll need to have plenty on-hand. Recipe: Fresh Strawberry Pie

Serve this irresistible parfait in clear glass to showcase the layers of sweetened sliced strawberries, a rich cream cheese mixture, and crushed cookies. Top with whipped cream and almonds for an eye-pleasing presentation.

Recipe: Strawberry Parfaits

Loaded with strawberry flavor, this refreshing granita is a cinch to prepare. The hardest part is waiting for it to freeze before you can eat it.

Recipe: Strawberry Granita