Description
Quick Strawberry Sauce with Fresh Strawberries is a delightful addition to your dessert repertoire. This easy-to-make sauce bursts with the sweet flavor of ripe strawberries, making it perfect for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, or cheesecake. With just a handful of fresh ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes, this vibrant sauce adds a pop of color and flavor to any dish. Whether hosting guests or enjoying a quiet night at home, this strawberry sauce will surely impress with its luscious taste and versatility.
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
- Rinse the strawberries under cold water, hull them, and slice into thick pieces.
- In a saucepan, combine the sliced strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar over medium-high heat until boiling.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry; stir it into the saucepan and bring back to a boil for 30 seconds.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow to cool before serving or refrigerating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Sauce preparation
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose ripe strawberries for maximum sweetness. Adjust sugar levels according to your taste preference. For added flavor, consider incorporating spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.