Description
Indulge in the sweetness of summer with this easy homemade strawberry sauce, perfect for drizzling over pancakes, angel food cake, or even enjoying on its own! In just 15 minutes and with only three simple ingredients, you can create a vibrant sauce that showcases the natural flavor of fresh strawberries. This delightful recipe is not only quick to prepare but also free from preservatives and artificial flavors found in store-bought alternatives. Whether you’re looking to enhance your breakfast or add a fruity flair to desserts, this strawberry sauce is a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh strawberries
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries under cold water and remove the stems. Slice them thinly or chop them as desired.
- In a medium-sized pot, combine half of the sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Stir gently to mix.
- Heat over medium-low until the mixture reaches a gentle boil, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes.
- Add the remaining strawberries and cook for an additional 2 minutes while stirring gently.
- Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature before serving or storing in a mason jar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg