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Easy Homemade Strawberry Sauce Recipe

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This homemade strawberry sauce recipe is a simple and delightful way to transform fresh strawberries into a luscious topping perfect for desserts, pancakes, or yogurt. Made with fresh fruit, a touch of sugar, and a hint of lemon juice, it balances sweetness and freshness with a thickened texture thanks to cornstarch. The addition of strawberry jam enhances the flavor and provides a glossy finish.

Ingredients

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Strawberry Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh strawberries, chopped or sliced
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons water (for slurry)
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons strawberry jam or preserves

Instructions

  1. Add to pan: Place the chopped or sliced strawberries and granulated sugar into a medium-sized saucepan. This forms the base of the sauce.
  2. Make cornstarch slurry: In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with three tablespoons of water until smooth. This slurry will be added to the strawberries to thicken the sauce.
  3. Cook: Turn the heat on to medium-high and bring the strawberry and sugar mixture to a boil while stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Once it starts bubbling, lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring often and scraping the edges and bottom of the pan. During this time, the mixture will thicken and the strawberries will soften. You can press some strawberries with a spoon to break them down further for a thicker consistency.
  4. Finish and cool: Stir in the lemon juice and strawberry jam to add brightness and depth of flavor. Remove the pan from heat and allow the sauce to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer the sauce to a sealed container and refrigerate. The sauce can be stored for up to four days.

Notes

  • Make sure to stir frequently during cooking to prevent the sauce from sticking or burning.
  • Pressing the strawberries down during cooking helps create a smoother sauce but you can leave it chunkier if preferred.
  • Lemon juice adds acidity which balances the sweetness and preserves the bright color.
  • Use fresh strawberries at peak ripeness for the best flavor.
  • This sauce can be enjoyed warm or cold and is excellent over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or yogurt.

Keywords: Strawberry sauce, homemade strawberry topping, fresh strawberry preserves, dessert sauce, strawberry syrup

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