Easy Strawberry Topping (Strawberry Sauce)
Elevate your desserts with this Easy Strawberry Topping (Strawberry Sauce), a fresh and vibrant addition to your culinary repertoire. Perfect for drizzling over cheesecakes, ice creams, or waffles, this delightful sauce combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with a hint of lemon for a refreshing flavor burst. Whether you’re hosting a special gathering or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home, this quick and easy recipe is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups (8 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds strawberries, quartered
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A tiny pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- Slice or dice the strawberries. Reserve one-third for later.
- In a saucepan, combine two-thirds of the strawberries with sugar.
- Mix lemon juice, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt in a small bowl to create a slurry; add to the saucepan.
- Stir mixture over medium heat until boiling.
- Reduce heat and stir for 4-5 minutes until thickened; add reserved strawberries and mix well.
- Allow cooling before transferring to an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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