The Story & Intro
Hi, I’m INAYA, 38, from the beautiful island of Crete in Greece. Cooking has been part of my life since I was a child, learning from my grandmother how to make traditional Greek dishes full of love and flavor. I believe food brings people together, especially women who want to share warmth and happiness through cooking.
I like to keep things simple but tasty, mixing classic recipes with a little creativity. Sometimes my kitchen gets messy, but that’s where the fun is! Whether you’re new to cooking or have some experience, I’m here to help you enjoy making delicious meals that feel like home. Cooking is about more than just food it’s about sharing stories and making memories.
Today I want to share something beautifully simple: Strawberry Purée with Honey. Every spring, when strawberries begin to fill the markets here in Crete, I cannot resist bringing home more than I need. Their perfume fills my kitchen before I even wash them. That is when I make my favorite Strawberry Purée with Honey.
This recipe feels almost too simple to call a recipe. But sometimes the simplest things hold the most magic. Strawberry Purée with Honey reminds me of my grandmother crushing ripe fruit with a fork, adding a spoonful of golden thyme honey, and serving it over thick Greek yogurt. No blender, no fancy tools, just love and ripe strawberries.
I make Strawberry Purée with Honey when I want something fresh, sweet, and natural. I spoon it over pancakes, swirl it into cheesecake, drizzle it on vanilla ice cream, and sometimes I just eat it with a spoon straight from the bowl. It tastes like sunshine in a jar.
Why I Love Making This Recipe
I love this recipe because it respects the fruit. I do not hide the strawberries under sugar or heavy syrups. I let them shine. The honey adds warmth, depth, and that soft floral sweetness that reminds me of Cretan hills covered in wild herbs.
Strawberry Purée with Honey feels special even though it takes only minutes. When friends come over unexpectedly, I can prepare it quickly and still serve something elegant. When my family wants dessert but I do not feel like baking, this saves me.
I also love that this purée works for so many things:
- Breakfast topping
- Cake filling
- Cheesecake swirl
- Yogurt mix-in
- Smoothie base
- Baby food
- Sauce for panna cotta
- Spread for toast
It feels like one of those quiet kitchen secrets that every woman should know.
Ingredients & Little Kitchen Secrets
You only need a few ingredients, but quality matters so much.
🛒 Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh ripe strawberries
- 2 to 3 tablespoons pure honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
That is all. Four simple ingredients.
My Kitchen Secrets
Choose deeply red strawberries. I smell them before I buy them. If they smell sweet, they taste sweet.
Use raw honey if possible. Here in Crete, I use thyme honey. It adds floral notes that make Strawberry Purée with Honey unforgettable.
Add lemon juice. Lemon brightens the strawberries and balances sweetness. Do not skip it.
Add a tiny pinch of salt. Salt enhances sweetness. You will not taste it, but you will notice the difference.
If your strawberries are extremely sweet, reduce the honey. If they are slightly tart, add a little more honey.
How I Make It, Step by Step
I keep this process simple and joyful.
1. Wash the Strawberries
I rinse the strawberries gently under cool water. I never soak them because they absorb water and lose flavor.
2. Remove the Tops
I hull the strawberries using a small knife and remove the green tops.
3. Cut and Taste
I cut large strawberries in half. Then I taste one. Always taste first. The fruit decides how much honey I need.
4. Blend or Mash
If I want a smooth purée, I place the strawberries in a blender or use a hand blender.
If I want a rustic texture, I mash them with a fork or potato masher. My grandmother always mashed by hand.
5. Add Honey, Lemon & Salt
I add:
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- A small pinch of salt
Then I blend or stir again until smooth.
6. Adjust the Flavor
I taste again. If needed, I add one more spoon of honey.
7. Optional Straining
If I want a silky sauce for desserts, I strain the purée through a fine sieve to remove seeds.
In just 10 minutes, Strawberry Purée with Honey is ready.
How I Serve It at Home
I serve this in so many ways.
Over Greek Yogurt
I spoon thick yogurt into bowls, drizzle Strawberry Purée with Honey over it, and sprinkle chopped nuts on top. This makes a perfect breakfast.
On Pancakes
Warm pancakes with butter and this purée taste better than syrup.
With Cheesecake
I pour the purée over baked cheesecake and let it slowly drip down the sides. It looks beautiful and tastes even better.
In Drinks
I stir a spoonful into sparkling water with ice for a refreshing strawberry soda.
On Ice Cream
Vanilla ice cream and warm strawberry purée feel like heaven.
For Children
I mix it into oatmeal or spread it lightly on toast.
This recipe truly transforms simple dishes into something special.
Storage, Reheating & Make-Ahead Tips
Storage
I store Strawberry Purée with Honey in a glass jar with a tight lid in the refrigerator.
It stays fresh for up to 4–5 days.
Freezing
I freeze the purée in ice cube trays. Once frozen, I transfer cubes to a freezer bag. They last up to 3 months.
Frozen cubes work beautifully in smoothies.
Reheating
If I use it as a dessert sauce, I gently warm it in a small saucepan over low heat for 2–3 minutes. I never boil it.
Make-Ahead
I often prepare it a day ahead for parties. The flavor deepens slightly overnight.
100-Word Short Version
Strawberry Purée with Honey is a simple, fresh recipe made with ripe strawberries, natural honey, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. I blend or mash the strawberries, mix in honey and lemon, and adjust sweetness to taste. This purée works beautifully over yogurt, pancakes, cheesecake, ice cream, or in drinks. It takes only 10 minutes to prepare and keeps well in the refrigerator for up to five days. I sometimes strain it for a silky texture or freeze it in cubes for smoothies. This easy strawberry purée tastes like sunshine and adds natural sweetness to many dishes.
Recipe Card
⏱️ Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
🛒 Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh strawberries
- 2–3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
👩🍳 Instructions
- Wash strawberries under cool running water and pat dry.
- Remove green tops and cut large strawberries in half.
- Place strawberries in a blender or bowl.
- Add honey, lemon juice, and salt.
- Blend until smooth or mash by hand for a rustic texture.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Strain through a sieve if you prefer a smooth sauce.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate in a sealed jar.
📝 Notes
- Use ripe, fragrant strawberries for best flavor.
- Adjust honey based on sweetness of fruit.
- Add a splash of vanilla for dessert sauces.
- Freeze in cubes for smoothies.
🍽️ Nutrition (per serving, approximate)
Calories: 70
Carbohydrates: 18g
Sugar: 15g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 5mg
Strawberry Purée with Honey
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings (about 2 cups) 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This Strawberry Purée with Honey is a fresh, naturally sweet sauce made with ripe strawberries, pure honey, and a touch of lemon juice. Ready in about 10 minutes with no cooking required, this vibrant purée is perfect for topping Greek yogurt, pancakes, waffles, cheesecake, ice cream, oatmeal, or blending into smoothies. It’s simple, family-friendly, and tastes like real strawberries—bright, fragrant, and lightly floral from the honey.
Ingredients
- 500 g fresh ripe strawberries, hulled
- 2–3 tbsp pure honey (to taste)
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of fine salt
Instructions
- Rinse strawberries quickly under cool water, then pat dry. Remove the green tops and hull the berries.
- Place strawberries in a blender (or a bowl if you prefer mashing by hand).
- Add 2 tablespoons honey, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
- Blend until smooth, or mash thoroughly with a fork/potato masher for a rustic texture.
- Taste and add the remaining honey if needed. Blend or stir again.
- Optional: Strain through a fine sieve for a seedless, silky sauce.
- Serve immediately or transfer to a clean jar and refrigerate.
Notes
Use the ripest, most fragrant strawberries for the best flavor. Adjust honey depending on how sweet your berries are. For extra dessert warmth, add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Store in an airtight jar in the fridge for 4–5 days. Freeze in ice-cube trays for up to 3 months—perfect for smoothies or quick sauces (thaw in the fridge or at room temperature). If you warm it for dessert, heat gently and do not boil to preserve the fresh taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast & Desserts
- Method: No-cook, Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Conclusion
When I make Strawberry Purée with Honey, I feel connected to my grandmother and to the simple joy of real ingredients. This recipe reminds me that cooking does not need to be complicated to feel meaningful. A bowl of ripe strawberries, a spoonful of golden honey, and a little love can create something beautiful.
I hope you make this in your kitchen. I hope you drizzle it over yogurt for your family or swirl it into dessert for friends. And I hope it fills your home with sweetness and laughter.
Cooking is not just about feeding people. It is about caring for them.
With love from my Cretan kitchen,
INAYA 🌸
