Strawberry Sauce Recipe
This easy homemade strawberry sauce is made with just 2 ingredients and comes together in minutes with no boiling required. Learn how to thicken it for the best thick, syrupy topping.
Ingredients
- 1 pint strawberries , rinsed and dried
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice , optional
- 1 Tablespoon butter , optional
Instructions
- Cut the strawberries into desired size. Combine the strawberries and sugar. Let sit in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, or until a syrup forms. Stir in fresh lemon juice if desired.
- For more of a jam strawberry filling, place the strawberries with sugar in a small saucepan. Then add the lemon juice and butter. Cook over medium-low heat. Simmer for 3-5 minutes. Allow to thicken. Mash with a fork if (or use an immersion blender) to reach desired consistency. Allow to cool.
- Serve strawberry filing on top of crepes, pancakes, ice cream, etc.
Notes
Storing: Keep in a jar with a lid in the fridge for 3 to 5 days.
Freezing: Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 6 months. For easier thawing, freeze in smaller portions and only thaw what you need. To reheat, thaw in the fridge overnight then warm on the stovetop over low heat or microwave in 20-second intervals.
Nutrition
Calories: 56kcal, Carbohydrates: 11g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 2g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 4mg, Sodium: 13mg, Potassium: 93mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 9g, Vitamin A: 51IU, Vitamin C: 36mg, Calcium: 10mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
