Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Quick Strawberry Sauce with Fresh Strawberries, a versatile topping that enhances any dessert experience. This homemade sauce is crafted with ripe strawberries, ensuring a burst of natural sweetness that store-bought options simply can’t match. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, or cheesecake, it transforms everyday dishes into gourmet treats. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up this delicious sauce in under 30 minutes. Whether it’s a cozy family brunch or a festive gathering, this strawberry sauce is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (454 grams) fresh strawberries
- 1/3 cup (75 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by washing and hulling them, then slice thickly.
- In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and water together to form a slurry.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium-high heat. Cook until boiling.
- Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and bring back to a boil for an additional 30 seconds before removing from heat.
- Pour into a bowl, stir in vanilla extract, and let cool to room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg