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Easy Strawberry Topping (Strawberry Sauce)

Easy Strawberry Topping (Strawberry Sauce)

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Elevate your desserts effortlessly with this Easy Strawberry Topping (Strawberry Sauce). This vibrant sauce is not only quick to prepare but also packed with fresh strawberry flavor that outshines any store-bought option. Perfect for drizzling over cheesecakes, ice cream, waffles, and pancakes, it adds a delightful sweetness to your favorite treats. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal fuss, you can whip up this versatile topping in under 20 minutes. Enjoy it fresh or store it for later—it’s a fantastic addition to any dessert table.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds strawberries, quartered
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Slice the strawberries and reserve 1/3 for later.
  2. In a saucepan, combine 2/3 of the strawberries with sugar.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth; add to the saucepan.
  4. Cook over medium heat until boiling, then reduce heat and stir for 4-5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and mix in the remaining strawberries.
  6. Cool before transferring to an airtight container; chill before serving.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
  • Calories: 45
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: <1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg