Homemade Strawberry Sauce

This Homemade Strawberry Sauce recipe is an easy way to enjoy fresh strawberries in a sauce. Perfect for desserts and toppings!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 25

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings ounces

Calories 50 kcal

Equipment

small saucepan
Whisk
rubber spatula
Wooden Spoon
Glass mixing bowls

Ingredients

Sauce Ingredients

1 Tablespoon cornstarch
3 Tablespoons warm water (45ml)
1 lb strawberries hulled and sliced in half (can use frozen; don’t thaw)
½ small lemon zest and juice
¼ cup granulated sugar (50g)

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

Whisk the cornstarch and water together until all the cornstarch has dissolved.
Place the cornstarch mixture, along with the rest of the ingredients, into a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir the mixture as it cooks.
Bring it to a simmer and allow to simmer for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
Remove pan from heat and allow to cool. The mixture will thicken as it cools.
You can serve the sauce warm or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

Freezing Instructions: After the sauce cools completely, freeze in a freezer-friendly container for up to 3-6 months. Thaw on the counter or in the refrigerator. Warm up in the microwave or on the stove, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ounceCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Keyword dessert sauce, fruit sauce, Homemade Strawberry Sauce, strawberry dessert, strawberry topping

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