Description
Experience the vibrant taste of summer with this Fresh Strawberry Sauce, a delightful topping perfect for enhancing your favorite desserts. This quick and easy sauce highlights the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries and is ready in just 15 minutes! Whether you drizzle it over cheesecake, pancakes, or ice cream, this sweet strawberry glaze will elevate any dish. The recipe is versatile—adjust the thickness to your liking and enjoy it warm or chilled. With simple ingredients and effortless preparation, it’s an ideal choice for last-minute gatherings or everyday indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh strawberries (rinsed, hulled, and halved or quartered)
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (or more to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium pot, combine the fresh strawberries and sugar, stirring gently until coated.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, vanilla extract, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the strawberries in the pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; then reduce to medium and simmer for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled over your favorite treats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Adjust sweetness by tasting while simmering—add more sugar if desired. For a thicker consistency, gradually increase the cornstarch. Use ripe strawberries for optimal flavor; you can experiment by adding other fruit flavors like blueberries or raspberries.