Strawberries and Cream (Fresas con Crema) are one of the most traditional desserts in Mexico. They are a very popular snack and are super quick and easy to make. They‘re so popular, in fact, that in recent years they’ve been made available in Mexican supermarkets in convenient one-serving packages, found in the freezer section.
Strawberries and Cream | Fresas con Crema
Fresas con Crema
In Mexico, the main producers of strawberries are the states of Baja California, Estado de Mexico, Guanajuato, and Michoacan, Michoacan being the largest producer. The varieties produced vary in color, flavor, and even size, and are produced in different regions and during different seasons. Among these varieties are: Diamante, Ventana, Charlie, Camino Real, and Aromas. A large part of Mexico’s strawberry production is sold to the United States.
I love buying strawberries at my local farmer’s market when they’re in season. They might not be as huge and perfect-looking as the ones sold at the grocery store, but their flavor and juiciness is beyond compare. They remind me of the strawberries sold on the roadside in small towns in the State of Michoacan, where farmers stock their small stands with baskets full of strawberries to sell.
How to make Fresas con Crema
DIRECTIONS:
- Wash the strawberries and dry with a paper towel.
- In a bowl, mix the cream, condensed milk (or sugar), vanilla, and cinnamon.
- Divide the cream mixture into 4 serving cups and add the strawberries.
Strawberries and Cream
Strawberries and Cream are one of the most traditional desserts in Mexico. They are a very popular snack and are super quick and easy to make. They‘re so popular, in fact, that in recent years they’ve been made available in Mexican supermarkets in convenient one-serving packages...
Ingredients
- 3 cups of strawberries
- 1 cup Mexican cream
- 4 tablespoons condensed milk or sugar*
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
- Fresh mint for garnish
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries and dry with a paper towel. Cut into bite size pieces, if they are large strawberries. Set aside.
- In a bowl, mix the cream, condensed milk (or sugar), vanilla, and cinnamon. Taste for sweetness.
- Divide the cream mixture into 4 serving cups and add the strawberries. Garnish with fresh mint.
Notes
* You can use either the condensed milk or the sugar to sweeten the Fresas con Crema; you will have to adjust the amount depending on the strawberries’ tartness.
** You can substitute the Mexican cream mixing ¾ cups sour cream with ¼ heavy cream. Some creams sold as “Mexican” creams have added salt, so please read the ingredients on the label before buying, as the salty taste can ruin the dessert.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 196kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 9gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 271mgPotassium: 165mgFiber: 2gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 325IUVitamin C: 63.5mgCalcium: 185mgIron: 0.5mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
¡Buen provecho!
Mely,
Receta en Español Fresas y crema.
Unknown
Can you use sour cream as a subsitute for the mexican cream
mmartinez
Hello,
Of course you can use sour cream. If you want it to be a little bit less thick add a tablespoon of heavy cream or milk.
Enjoy!
Catherine Passano
Do you need cinnamon and vanilla ?
mmartinez
Hello Catherine,
If you don't have cinnamon and vanilla at home, don't worry. Just mix the cream and sugar and add to the strawberries. My mom makes them that way at home. This recipe is the popular version sold in stands.
Anonymous
do I need to whip the Mexican cream before mixing it with the condensed milk and everything else?
mmartinez
Hello,
Only mix the cream with the condensed milk and everything else. Enjoy!
Daniela Saldes
Can I Use media crema?
mmartinez
Hello Daniela:
Claro que si! Of course you can! Enjoy!
Unknown
Do you need sour cream to make it or not reallg
mmartinez
Hello,
Only if you don't find the Mexican Cream in your area. Some people live in cities where latin foods are not available, and then they have to use whatever they can find to substitute the authentic ingredients. In this case Mexican Crema Fresca. Happy cooking!
Frida Concrema
Can you use La Lechera and whipped cream as Mexican Cream?
mmartinez
Hello Frida,
Absolutely! You can combine them an add the flavorings the same and enjoy your Strawberries and cream! Provecho!
Tiffany
Hi Mely!! In some fruiterias they have a certain kind of granola or oatmeal mixture, can you tell me what it is??Thank you always!!
Mely Martínez
Hola Tiffany,
Yes, they add granola, the simple one that is made of roasting oatmeal mixed with oil, and sugar. There is the regular granola that includes shredded coconut, raisins, and nuts. But the one the vendors use is just toasted oatmeal as I mention.
dolores
Hi Mely, question-when you say Mex. Crema, is that the one we use to put on regular food, or is it a different Crema? thanks for your time. I want to make this dessert for a baby shower
mmartinez
Hello Dolores,
Yes, the mexican table cream, or if you can find it use a mix of sour cream and heavy cream.
Maricela Waen
Thank you for such an amazing tutorial. It was my first time trying this recipe. I made it for our 4th of July picnic, everyone loved it.
Stephanie
Hello how can I make it thicker? I have whipping cream lechera and media crema.
Mely Martínez
Hello stephanie,
Use Mexican cream, the one that has a texture similar to sour cream or use heavy whipping cream, whip it first.