Fresas con Crema is the easiest Mexican dessert you’ll ever make! Made with fresh strawberries mixed into a sweet and creamy sauce, this recipe is ready to eat in only 10 minutes. Only 5 ingredients needed!
If you’re looking for a quick and easy dessert that requires less than 10 minutes to make, then this Fresas and Crema recipe is for you!
This light and refreshing treat is especially perfect in the warm summer months when strawberries are in season and extra sweet. Or if you’re like me, it’s great for when you need to satisfy that after-dinner sweet tooth but have nothing in the fridge.
Don’t let the simplicity of this recipe fool you – despite the minimal amount of work involved, this is by far one of the most satisfying and delicious desserts I’ve ever made. It’s right up there with my Tres Leches Cake and Arroz con Leche recipes!
What is Fresas con Crema?
Fresas con Crema, or Strawberries and Cream, is a popular Mexican no-bake dessert made from freshly sliced strawberries mixed into a sweetened cream sauce.
The cream sauce is made by whisking together a few easy-to-find ingredients: sour cream, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk and vanilla extract.
The end result is a sauce that’s easily pourable, light and thin, but with a sweet and rich flavor similar to that of ice cream! It pairs perfectly with fresh strawberries but could also be served with any fresh berries or fruit like peaches.
How to Make Fresas Con Crema
- Slice strawberries into thin round slices.
- Whisk together sour cream, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk and vanilla.
- Scoop 1/2 cup sliced strawberries into a cup or bowl and top with 1/2 cup sweetened cream mixture.
The strawberries and cream can be served immediately with a dollop of whipped cream or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
Substitutions and Variations
While all of the ingredients in this recipe are fairly easy to find, here are some ingredient variations that could also work:
- Instead of full-fat sour cream, you could also use light or nonfat sour cream, plain Greek yogurt or creme fraiche.
- Instead of evaporated milk, you could use whole milk or half-and-half.
- Don’t have fresh strawberries? You could use frozen strawberries (make sure to thaw them before mixing with the cream) or a different fruit like blueberries, raspberries or peaches.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh strawberries
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Remove and discard the stems from the strawberries. Slice the fruit into thin slices and transfer to a medium bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, add sour cream, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk and vanilla extract. Whisk together to combine.
- Scoop 1/2 cup sliced strawberries into 6 bowls or cups. Then top each cup with 1/2 cup sweet cream mixture.
- Serve immediately with a spoon or store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Isabel’s Tips:
- Instead of full-fat sour cream, you could also use light or nonfat sour cream, plain Greek yogurt or creme fraiche.
- Instead of evaporated milk, you could use whole milk or half-and-half.
- Don’t have fresh strawberries? You could use frozen strawberries (make sure to thaw them before mixing with the cream) or a different fruit like blueberries, raspberries or peaches.
Nutrition Information
This was delicious! I needed an egg & gluten free dessert to top off a summer meal for a crowd, and it needed to be quick and easy. This was the perfect solution and people loved it! Thanks !
This is so delicious! I add granola at the bottom. This is great for parties!
How many servings does this recipe cover?
Hi Ann! This makes 6 servings, with a serving being about an 8-10oz cup.
Hello! How do you make the cream thick?
Hi Coco! To make the cream thicker, you can add more sweetened condensed milk, or you can also add extra creamy cool whip!
This is my favorite dessert I’m going to use your recipe and make this for my birthday party. Ive also tried this as an ice cream and it really delicious.
I made this amazing Recipe for me sisters at church because they are pregnant and they Love it!!! Thank you for sharing ☺️
Delicious, amazing easy!
I made this but substituted with dairy free sour cream, coconut condensed milk, and coconut evaporated milk!!! Sooooo yummy!
Try it with bananas!!!!
omg her instructions, her notes on substitutes is user friendly !! quick and easy . I have started following her because all her recipes are so easy to follow
Thanks so much! I didn’t have a lot to work with tonight, haven’t been to the store. Needed something quick and easy you saved my night, it was delicious. Thank you!
love the crema…. excellent flavor and i love the creamy texture…
thank you,
Love your recipes
My granddaughter had eaten this at a friend’s house and wanted it for the brunch we had for her graduation. I found your recipe on Pintrest and it was a big hit. I’m making it again for Easter.
I’m using this recipe for my Son’s graduation too. How many did you serve? I’m thinking I’m going to have to multiply this recipe by lots due to the number of people we’re inviting.
Can the fresas con crema be made into popsicles and frozen. ?? Want to make some for my grandson.
This recipe hasn’t been tested as a frozen dessert or popsicle, but I would say yes.
Can this be a frozen dessert? Can it be made in an ice cream maker?
That’s a great idea! This recipe hasn’t been tested as a frozen dessert or ice cream, but I would say yes. I’m not sure what the consistency will be like, but it would be delicious!
Super easy to put together! Delicious, light dessert! Our new summer favorite 😊
I am an Asian women.I never cook Mexican food before but I’m really happy to found you
You teach me to cook very easy Mexican recipe and every dish I cooked for my family they loved them so much.I am appreciate for you to share me the secret recipe
It does taste really sweet but yummy. Next time I make this I’ll use a lot less condensed milk. It made all our tummies hurt
thank you for this recipe, a new one for me, love each of these ingredients, had never put them together before so much appreciated!
Thank you so much, sabrina! It’s one of my favorites. So easy and delicious!