Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of homemade strawberry sauce, a quick and delightful topping that elevates any dessert. In just 15 minutes, you can create this luscious sauce, perfect for drizzling over pancakes, ice cream, or yogurt. The fresh strawberries provide a burst of sweetness that store-bought versions simply can’t match. Plus, with only three main ingredients, this strawberry sauce is easy to prepare and can be customized to your taste. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet breakfast at home, this versatile sauce is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (cleaned and chopped)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¾ cup water
- Red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mash 1 cup of chopped strawberries and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, mix sugar and cornstarch until combined. Add ¾ cup water and the mashed strawberries.
- Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a boil while stirring constantly.
- If desired, add red food coloring for a deeper hue. Cook for about 3 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat; stir in the reserved chopped strawberries.
- Cool for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a jar or container.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 39
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, consider adding lemon zest or experimenting with spices like cinnamon or vanilla extract. This sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or frozen for up to three months.