Quick Strawberry Sauce with Fresh Strawberries
Quick Strawberry Sauce with Fresh Strawberries is a delicious and vibrant topping that elevates any dessert. This easy-to-make sauce captures the essence of ripe strawberries, making it ideal for ice cream, pancakes, or cheesecake. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up this delightful sauce in no time. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself, this strawberry sauce is sure to impress with its fresh flavor and versatility. Give your desserts a burst of fruity goodness that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh strawberries
- 1/3 cup 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 them thoroughly and hulling before slicing.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar. Heat over medium-high until boiling, stirring occasionally.
- Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir this into the strawberry mixture and bring back to a boil for 30 seconds.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let cool before refrigerating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg