Description
Elevate your desserts with this easy strawberry topping (strawberry sauce) that brings a burst of fresh flavor to any dish. Perfect for cheesecakes, ice cream, waffles, or pancakes, this vibrant sauce is simple to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. In just 20 minutes, you can create a delightful addition to your favorite treats. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, this versatile sauce makes every occasion sweeter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds strawberries, quartered or sliced
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by slicing or dicing them. Set aside one-third of the strawberries.
- In a saucepan, combine two-thirds of the strawberries and sugar over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Add this mixture to the saucepan.
- Stir until boiling, then reduce heat and simmer for 4-5 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and mix in the reserved strawberries.
- Allow to cool before transferring to an airtight container and refrigerating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Sauce preparation
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg