Easy Strawberry Topping (Strawberry Sauce)
Elevate your desserts with this Easy Strawberry Topping (Strawberry Sauce), a quick and delightful addition that brings the sweet, vibrant flavor of ripe strawberries to any dish. Ideal for cheesecakes, ice cream, or waffles, this versatile sauce is not only simple to make but also customizable in texture to suit your preference. Whip it up in just 20 minutes and enjoy its fresh essence, making it a must-have for gatherings or weeknight treats. Store it easily in the fridge or freezer for last-minute dessert enhancements!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups (8 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Sauce making
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh 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 and set aside one-third for later.
- In a saucepan, combine two-thirds of the strawberries with sugar over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Add the slurry to the strawberry mixture and bring to a boil while stirring.
- Reduce heat and stir for 4-5 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and fold in the reserved strawberries.
- Allow to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg