Popeyes Strawberry Biscuit: Price, Nutrition, Recipe & Availability

The Popeyes Strawberry Biscuit is a limited-time dessert featuring the chain’s signature buttery biscuit base mixed with real strawberry pieces and topped with vanilla icing. Priced at $1.79 each (or $2.99 for 2, $5.39 for 4), each biscuit contains approximately 290-310 calories. Initially launched in March 2023, the biscuit returns seasonally—typically during spring and Valentine’s Day—at participating U.S. locations.

What Is the Strawberry Biscuit?

Popeyes Strawberry Biscuit transforms the classic Southern buttermilk biscuit into a sweet dessert option. Unlike the savory original, this version incorporates diced strawberry pieces directly into the dough before baking, creating pockets of fruity flavor throughout. The final touch is a drizzle of creamy vanilla icing that melts slightly into the warm biscuit.

Key features:

• Flaky, layered texture (same as classic biscuit)
• Real strawberry pieces baked inside
• Light vanilla icing drizzle
• Balances sweet and salty flavors
• Served warm

The biscuit retains the buttery richness Popeyes is known for while adding sweetness that makes it suitable as a dessert, breakfast pastry, or snack.

Current Availability

Where to Find It

The Strawberry Biscuit operates as a rotating limited-time offer (LTO), not a permanent menu item.

Typical availability windows:

• Spring launch: Late March through June/July
• Valentine’s Day special: Early February (heart-shaped version)
• Regional variations: Some markets may have longer availability

How to check local availability:

1. Use the Popeyes mobile app (most accurate)
2. Call your local restaurant directly
3. Check Popeyes.com menu for your ZIP code
4. Monitor official Popeyes social media announcements

As of late 2025, availability varies significantly by location. Some franchises keep the biscuit longer while others discontinue it after promotional periods end.

Pricing

Popeyes offers multiple purchase options:

Best value: 4-pack at $1.35 per biscuit (saves 25% vs. individual purchase)

Prices vary by location and franchise. Some regional markets may charge $1.99-$2.49 for individual biscuits. Always verify pricing with your local Popeyes before ordering.

Nutrition Information

Per 1 biscuit (approximately 85g):

Note: Nutritional values vary slightly based on icing amount and strawberry distribution. The strawberry version contains approximately 50-70 more calories than the classic buttermilk biscuit (210 calories).

Allergen Information

Contains:

• Wheat (in flour)
• Milk (in buttermilk and icing)
• Soy (in dough ingredients)

May contain:

• Eggs (depending on preparation)

Not suitable for:

• Vegan diets (contains dairy)
• Gluten-free diets (contains wheat flour)
• Lactose-intolerant individuals (contains milk products)

Cross-contamination possible with other allergens during preparation. Always inform staff of severe allergies.

Flavor Profile & Texture

Taste characteristics:

• Sweetness level: Medium (not overwhelming)
• Strawberry intensity: Moderate—real fruit flavor, not artificial
• Buttery richness: High (signature Popeyes quality)
• Icing sweetness: Light vanilla, not cloying

Texture:

• Exterior: Crispy, golden-brown crust
• Interior: Soft, flaky layers with moisture from strawberries
• Strawberry pieces: Slightly chewy, distributed throughout
• Icing: Smooth, melts into warm biscuit

The biscuit maintains structural integrity better than many fruit-filled pastries. It’s less messy than you’d expect given the strawberry and icing components.

Copycat Recipe

Make Popeyes-style Strawberry Biscuits at home when the restaurant version isn’t available.

Ingredients

For biscuits:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
• ¾ cup cold buttermilk
• ½ cup diced fresh strawberries (¼-inch pieces)

For icing:

• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons milk
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix dry ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in large bowl.
3. Cut in butter: Add cold butter cubes. Using pastry cutter or fingers, work butter into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces remaining.
4. Add buttermilk: Pour in cold buttermilk. Stir gently with fork until just combined. Don’t overmix.
5. Fold in strawberries: Gently fold diced strawberries into dough. Mix minimally to avoid crushing berries.
6. Shape biscuits: Drop ¼-cup portions of dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart. Don’t flatten—keep them tall for flaky layers.
7. Bake: 12-15 minutes until tops are golden brown. Bottoms should sound hollow when tapped.
8. Make icing: While biscuits bake, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Add more milk for thinner consistency.
9. Glaze: Drizzle icing over warm (not hot) biscuits. Let set 5 minutes before serving.

Tips for success:

• Keep ingredients cold—butter and buttermilk should be refrigerator-cold
• Don’t overmix dough or biscuits become tough
• Fresh strawberries work better than frozen (less water release)
• Biscuits taste best served warm within 2 hours of baking

Storage & Reheating

Room temperature storage:

• Airtight container: 1-2 days
• Icing may soften but biscuits remain edible

Refrigerator storage:

• Sealed container: 3-4 days
• Biscuits firm up; best reheated before eating

Freezer storage:

• Wrapped individually in plastic wrap, then aluminum foil: Up to 1 week
• For longer storage, freeze without icing and add fresh icing after reheating

Reheating methods:

• Oven (best texture): 300°F for 5-7 minutes, wrapped in foil
• Microwave (fastest): 15-20 seconds on 50% power with damp paper towel
• Toaster oven: 300°F for 4-5 minutes

Avoid high heat which dries out biscuits. Always reheat before eating for best flavor and texture.

Best Pairings

The Strawberry Biscuit’s sweet-salty balance makes it versatile:

Beverage pairings:

• Black coffee (sweetness complements bitter coffee)
• Iced coffee or cold brew
• Sweet tea (Southern classic combo)
• Milk (traditional pastry pairing)
• Hot chocolate (dessert indulgence)

Meal combinations:

• Breakfast: With eggs and bacon
• Lunch: Alongside spicy chicken sandwich (sweet-heat contrast)
• Dessert: After spicy chicken tenders
• Snack: Solo mid-afternoon treat

Add-ons to try:

• Fresh whipped cream
• Additional fresh strawberries
• Vanilla ice cream (warm biscuit, cold ice cream)
• Cream cheese spread
• Honey drizzle

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