Cool down with this refreshing Creamy Strawberry Soup—an easy summer recipe made with fresh strawberries, yogurt, and a hint of vanilla. This chilled fruit soup is perfect as a light lunch, appetizer, or even a dessert on hot days. Ready in minutes, it’s a sweet and tangy twist on a classic cold soup that showcases seasonal strawberries at their best.
Strawberry Soup Recipe
When NYC is hit with a summer heat wave, there’s only one thing I’m craving: this creamy chilled Strawberry Soup. With the temperature creeping toward 100 degrees, the last thing I want to do is turn on the stove—so I whip up this refreshing cold soup that’s not only quick to make, but bursting with fresh strawberry flavor.
Right now is the best time to grab strawberries from the farmers market or pick them straight from your garden. I use a generous 8 cups of fresh berries for this recipe, blending them with yogurt, vanilla, and a touch of honey to create a smooth, dreamy texture. Just blend, chill for a couple hours, and dinner is served—no cooking required.
And let’s talk about that color—how gorgeous is this soup? It’s naturally pink, silky smooth, and just the right mix of sweet and tangy. If you’re like me and can’t get enough strawberry recipes, don’t miss my Strawberry Jalapeño Jam for a spicy twist or my Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream for the ultimate frozen treat. But when it comes to easy, creamy comfort in a bowl, this strawberry soup is hard to beat.
This creamy strawberry soup is a go-to summer dinner in our house, but it’s also surprisingly versatile. When I’m missing those sweet berry flavors in the colder months, I warm it up on the stovetop and pair it with a slice of crusty bread that brightens up winter days.
Pick Fresh Strawberries
If possible, opt for fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor. If using frozen strawberries, ensure they are fully thawed and drained to prevent excess water from diluting the soup.
How to Make Chilled Strawberry Soup
Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the strawberries, yogurt, orange juice, sugar, and ground ginger. If necessary, blend in batches to accommodate your blender’s capacity. Process until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Chill the Soup: Transfer the blended soup into a container, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the soup to chill thoroughly.
Serve: Stir the chilled soup before serving. Pour into bowls and garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired
Storing and Freezing Leftovers
Leftover strawberry soup can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Want to make a couple batches and freeze it? To freeze your creamy strawberry soup, first let it cool to room temperature. Pour it into freezer-safe containers or heavy-duty freezer bags, leaving some space at the top for expansion. Seal tightly, label with the date, and freeze for up to 2–3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy it again, thaw the soup in the refrigerator overnight. After thawing, give it a quick blend to restore its creamy texture, as separation may occur during freezing.
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Strawberry Soup
PrintIngredients
- 8 cups fresh ripe strawberries hulled and halved
- 2 cups vanilla or strawberry yogurt
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
- fresh mint leaves to top optional
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to the blender except the fresh mint. You might need to do this in batches depending on the size of your blender. Blend until everything is creamy. Place in refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours.
- Serve in bowls and add fresh mint leaves on top.
grace says
this soup is GORGEOUS in appearance and i’m sure it tastes like a dream come true! the mint leaves are a fine touch indeed. 🙂
Celeste | The Whole Serving says
Wow, this soup looks super delicious! Thanks for sharing with Pretty Pintastic Party.
Beverly says
I’ve never seen a strawberry soup recipe, but after seeing yours, I want to try it. Thanks for sharing at Snickerdoodle. Pinning.
Michelle Leslie says
Wow, Pamela, that looks and sounds so incredibly delicious. Perfect for a hot summer’s day
Leslie says
Mmmm! This sounds absolutely delicious! Is that creme fraiche or just cream mixed on top? Thanks so much for sharing at the #happynowlinkup!
Amy says
I have had fruit soups on cruises, but have actually never made one. This looks like a good one to start with, especially since I love Strawberries. Thank you for sharing on Grandma’s House link party. Shared and pinned.
Eva @ Eva Bakes says
Oh yum!! I might add in some chocolate chips to my soup… because chocolate. 🙂 Thanks for sharing this gorgeous summertime soup!
Gentle Joy Photography says
I have never made cold soup, but I must say that this looks delicious! Great idea. 🙂
Ashley says
Great recipe! I live in Finland and fruit soups are HUGE here, like a way of life. And for sick days fruit soup to them is like chicken soup to us. Good stuff!
Cassie says
Yum! this looks so refreshing and I never would have thought to make strawberry soup! Definitely keen to try
kristin mccarthy says
such a fantastic idea
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Jess says
This sounds so tasty!!
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[email protected] says
Fresh Scottish Strawberries are in the shops now! Your recipe just came at exactly the right time Pamela. Thanks!
Kristina says
I’ve never tried cold sweet before yours looks so delicious I’ll have to try it
Kristina says
Soup not sweet
Jenna says
This is such an interesting concept! I think I might give this a try sometime this summer!
-Jenna <3
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Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen says
This soup looks so pretty and delicious. Loving the vibrant color of this soup. Can’t wait tor try it.
Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says
I love the color of this soup! I’ve never had strawberry soup before, but I think that’s about to change. 🙂
Jenna Meon says
What a lovely soup, thanks!
Tandy | Lavender and Lime says
Oh wow, I cannot wait for summer! This looks so good 🙂
creativejewishmom/sara says
Yumm! looks amazing…..thanks for sharing on craft schooling Sunday, great to see you!
David @ Spiced says
What a fun idea, Pamela! I’ve done a cold watermelon soup before, but I’ve never done a soup with strawberries. This sounds amazing, and it would be so refreshing on a hot summer day. Yum!! 🙂
Cakelaw says
I have never tried a fruity soup, but this is so pretty and would be amazing in summer.
Tricia Berkow says
I made this and because of the yogurt, it doesn’t look as clear as yours…more of a creamy look. Should I have used less yogurt? I also used fresh ginger, minced because I had some already. It’s chilling in the fridge right now. Smells delicious. Thank you!
Pamela says
Hey Tricia, I agree about the smell – it smells amazing! For more of a vibrant color, you could add less yogurt or more strawberries…. either way the taste is going to be delicious! Enjoy!
[email protected] says
So pretty and perfect for this time of year when strawberries are on sale for buy one get 2 free!
Katherine | Love In My Oven says
I can honestly say I’ve never tried cold soup. I love this idea!! Perfect for people like me who hate burning their mouth 😉 How delicious!
Kelly says
So pretty and perfect for summer!
Lindsay | With Salt and Pepper says
This looks and sounds so refreshing…I want to dive right in. What a good idea Pamela!!
Mimi says
This is gorgeous. When would you serve this soup?
Pamela says
Hey Mimi, this makes a perfect Summer soup for lunch or dinner. If you serve for dinner, I’d serve alongside a beautiful salad and/or some fresh bread and cheese.
Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says
This sounds SO perfect and refreshing right now. It’s supposed to get up to 119 on Monday so this recipe will come in very handy here 🙂
Sues says
This has SO been pinned!! I can’t decide if I want it for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert, but I’m thinking breakfast for now 🙂 It’s so beautiful!