Strawberries & Creme Slusher
Sweet, frozen, and creamy — Dave's Strawberries & Creme Slusher blends real strawberry flavor with a smooth vanilla creme base, crushed into a thick icy drink that cools the Nashville heat fast. It's the most refreshing way to end a spicy meal.
About the Strawberries & Creme Slusher
The Strawberries & Creme Slusher is one of Dave's most popular cold drinks and sits at the sweeter, creamier end of the Slusher lineup. Unlike the straight fruit slushers — which are fat-free and closer to a frozen lemonade — the Creme Slushers add a smooth dairy base that makes them richer, more filling, and significantly better at neutralizing capsaicin from hot spice levels.
The strawberry flavor profile is bright and genuine — not the artificial candy-sweet version you get from some fast food chains. It layers real strawberry sweetness against a cool vanilla creme that softens the fruit's natural tartness. The result is a slusher that tastes like a strawberry shortcake turned into a frozen drink.
At 180–200 calories and $4.49, it sits comfortably between the plain fruit slushers (180–320 cal, fat-free) and the full shakes (740+ cal). If you've gone Medium heat or above, this is one of the smartest cooldown choices on the entire menu — the creme base contains dairy fat, which actively binds to and neutralizes the capsaicin compounds responsible for the burn.
What's Inside the Strawberries & Creme Slusher
Strawberry Syrup Base
A sweetened strawberry flavoring concentrate that forms the core fruit flavor. Bright, naturally sweet, with a light tartness that balances the creme.
Vanilla Creme Base
A smooth dairy-based creme that gives the slusher its milky, shortcake-like finish. The fat content is what makes it effective at cooling spice.
Crushed Ice
Finely crushed for a smooth, consistent slush texture throughout the cup — not chunky, not watery. The ice-to-liquid ratio is calibrated to keep it thick to the last sip.
Cane Sugar
Lightly sweetened — the overall sweetness level is noticeably lower than most fast food frozen drinks, letting the strawberry flavor come through clearly.
Water
Filtered water forms the base of the frozen mixture, keeping the texture smooth and drinkable rather than overly thick.
Natural & Artificial Flavors
A small supporting flavor blend that rounds out the strawberry and creme notes and gives the drink its finished, cohesive taste.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Estimated values — may vary by location and preparation.
How to Customize
Extra Strawberry
Ask for an extra pump of strawberry syrup for a more intense fruit punch. Takes the flavor from "creme-forward" to "strawberry-forward" — great if you prefer brighter, tarter drinks.
Extra Creme
Request additional creme base for a thicker, richer, more milkshake-like consistency. Adds a small amount of calories but turns the slusher into an almost dessert-tier drink.
Extra Ice / Light Ice
More ice = thicker, colder, more slushy. Less ice = thinner and more drinkable but warms up faster. Ask for your preference at the counter.
Add Whipped Cream
Ask for whipped cream on top — it turns the slusher into an almost dessert-tier experience and adds a rich, creamy contrast to the icy base. Popular with kids and regulars alike.
Mix with Rocket Creme
Ask the crew to blend Strawberry and Rocket Creme (cherry-vanilla) for a layered berry-creme hybrid — an off-menu combination that regulars love.
Best Pairings
Hot or Extra Hot Tender
The classic combination. The slusher's cold dairy base directly neutralizes the capsaicin on a Hot or Extra Hot tender — you feel the relief almost instantly.
Best Pairing
Dave's Bites (Hot)
Bites at Hot level with the Strawberries & Creme Slusher is the perfect snack combo — alternating between the crispy heat and the cold sweet creme.
Fan Favorite
Large Top-Loaded Fries
The sweetness of the slusher contrasts beautifully with the salty, cheesy fries. Sweet and salty done right.
Great Contrast
Medium Slider
For first-timers: a Medium Slider paired with the Strawberries & Creme Slusher is the ideal introductory Dave's experience — real Nashville heat, real cool relief.
First-Timer PickFrequently Asked Questions
How much does the Strawberries & Creme Slusher cost?
The Strawberries & Creme Slusher costs $4.49–$5.69 depending on location. Prices vary slightly by region and are typically higher on third-party delivery apps like DoorDash or Uber Eats due to added service fees. Ordering through the Dave's app for pickup gives you the lowest price.
How many calories are in the Strawberries & Creme Slusher?
The Strawberries & Creme Slusher has approximately 300 calories per serving. This makes it the most calorie-dense Slusher on the menu, but significantly lighter than any of Dave's milkshakes (740–800 calories). The calorie count comes primarily from the added sugars (58g) and the small amount of dairy fat in the creme base.
Does the Strawberries & Creme Slusher contain dairy?
Yes — the creme base contains dairy. The Strawberries & Creme Slusher is vegetarian but not dairy-free or vegan. If you have a milk allergy, this is not suitable for you. The plain fruit slushers (Frozen Powerade, Frozen Hi-C, Frozen Minute Maid Strawberry Lemonade) are dairy-free alternatives.
Does it actually help cool down the spice from hot orders?
Yes, significantly more than water or soda. Capsaicin (the compound that causes the burning sensation) is fat-soluble, not water-soluble. The dairy fat in the creme base binds to capsaicin molecules in your mouth and washes them away. Carbonated drinks like Coke or Sprite do not have this effect. For Hot or Extra Hot orders, drinking the Strawberries & Creme Slusher between bites noticeably reduces the cumulative burn.
Can I customize the Strawberries & Creme Slusher?
Yes. You can ask for extra strawberry syrup for more fruit flavor, extra creme base for a thicker consistency, or adjust the ice level. You can also ask the crew to combine flavors — mixing Strawberry Creme with Rocket Creme (cherry-vanilla) is a popular off-menu combination.
Is it available at all Dave's Hot Chicken locations?
The Strawberries & Creme Slusher is a standard menu item available at all Dave's Hot Chicken locations across the USA and Canada. However, menu availability can occasionally vary at ghost kitchen locations or during high-volume hours when ingredients run low. Confirm availability in the Dave's app when ordering.
What's the difference between the Strawberries & Creme Slusher and the Rocket Creme Slusher?
Both are Creme Slushers with the same dairy base and $4.49 price point. The Strawberries & Creme (300 cal) uses a strawberry syrup for a bright, fruity flavor, while the Rocket Creme (280 cal) uses a cherry-vanilla combination for a slightly more candy-like, nostalgic taste. The Rocket Creme is slightly lighter in calories; the Strawberry is more fruit-forward. Both are equally effective at cooling spice.
