Easy Strawberry Topping (Strawberry Sauce)
Elevate your desserts with this easy strawberry topping, a quick and delicious sauce that can transform any sweet treat into a delightful masterpiece. Perfect for drizzling over cheesecake, ice cream, or pancakes, this vibrant sauce balances the sweetness of ripe strawberries with a hint of tartness from fresh lemon juice. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a refreshing topping that adds color and flavor to your favorite dishes. Whether you’re hosting a special occasion or indulging in an everyday dessert, this strawberry sauce is sure to impress. Plus, it’s simple to make and can be customized to suit your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups (8 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Sauce preparation
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds strawberries (quarter, halve, slice, or dice)
- 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
- Prepare the strawberries by slicing or dicing them. Reserve one-third for later.
- In a saucepan, combine two-thirds of the strawberries with the sugar.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Add this mixture to the saucepan.
- Over medium heat, stir the mixture until it comes to a boil.
- Reduce heat and stir for about 4-5 minutes until thickened and slightly softened.
- Remove from heat and mix in the reserved strawberries.
- Let cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg