As white strawberries become more mainstream, learn what sets them apart form their red counterparts.
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White strawberries have only been in mainstream supermarkets for a few years.
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Before that, they were exclusive items on high-end restaurant menus and at luxury fruit markets.
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What Are White Strawberries?
White strawberries have red seeds and green stems but lack the ruby-red luster of conventional red strawberries.
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White strawberries are generally sweeter than conventional red strawberries and often have a tropical flavor.
Many white strawberries have a softer flesh and may bruise more easily.
Plus, the bruises show easily on the delicate, creamy skin.
Why Are White Strawberries White?
Strawberries start as small white buds on thestrawberry plant.
They grow into fruit that is initially green, then white, and eventually red.
When they’re fully ripe, strawberries are vibrant red.
White strawberries, on the other hand, do not turn red when ripe.
They stay white or sometimes develop a faint pink blush.
White Strawberry Varieties
There are several varieties of white strawberries, with subtle differences in flavor.
The three most common are:
Why Are White Strawberries So Expensive?
White strawberries are far more finicky and difficult to grow than red strawberries.
Another factor that drives up the cost of white strawberries is that the plants tend to produce fewer berries.
Expect to see the first white strawberries in stores by the end of February or early March.
Specialty produce growers in cooler climates might offer white strawberriesduring the strawberry seasonin late spring to early summer.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We love the idea of combining red and white berries in aHomemade Strawberry Shortcake.
White strawberries taste like red strawberries but sweeter and with a tropical note.
Pineberries are only one of several types of white strawberries though they are the most common white strawberries.
Pineberry is a hybrid white strawberry with a subtle pink blush.
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