Three Ways to Celebrate Strawberry Season

Strawberry Season is Here!

In Pennsylvania, June not only marks the start of summer, it also marks prime strawberry season. There's never been a more perfect time to pick up your favorite soft and sweet berries from South Square Market.


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Fresh Strawberries

Fresh strawberries are the perfect healthy snack. Keep some in your fridge to satisfy a sweet craving, or pop them in the freezer for a cool treat!


Chocolate Covered Strawberries
If you're in the mood for something elegant, there's no quicker way to impress family and friends than chocolate covered strawberries.

Ingredients:

  • 16oz package of strawberries

  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 15-second increments, stirring in between increments until the chocolate is completely smooth

  2. Hold strawberry by the stem, place and swirl in the melted chocolate until the strawberry is covered

  3. Place strawberries on a plate and chill in the refrigerator until chocolate is solidified


Recipe via Betty Crocker

Recipe via Betty Crocker

Strawberry Shortcake
This easy recipe can turn your favorite fruit into your favorite dessert in just 30 minutes!

Serves 6

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups strawberries, sliced

  • 1/4 cup sugar

  • 2 1/3 cups Original Bisquick™ mix

  • 1/2 cup milk

  • 3 tablespoons sugar

  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted

  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Instructions:

  1. Heat oven to 425°F. In large bowl, mix strawberries and 1/4 cup sugar; set aside.

  2. In medium bowl, stir Bisquick™ mix, milk, 3 tablespoons sugar and the butter until soft dough forms. On ungreased cookie sheet, drop dough by 6 spoonfuls.

  3. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, in small bowl, beat whipping cream with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form.

  4. Split warm shortcakes; fill and top with strawberries and whipped cream.


To stock up on strawberries and everything else you’ll need to create these fun treats, stop by South Square Market or schedule your grocery delivery today. For more fun ways to celebrate the season, follow us on Facebook and Instagram.