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Strawberry Sauce

This strawberry sauce is a simple and delightful way to enhance your desserts, bringing a burst of fresh flavor to ice cream, pancakes, and cheesecakes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Topping
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Fresh Strawberries Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
  • ⅓ cup Sugar Adjust based on the sweetness of the strawberries.
  • 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice Add 1 tablespoon initially for mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch Helps thicken the sauce.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mix cut strawberries, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and ⅓ cup sugar in a medium pot.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring regularly.
  3. Reduce heat to a simmer and whisk occasionally until the sauce thickens, about 20–23 minutes.
  4. After turning off the heat, let it cool to room temperature.
Serving
  1. Serve it over ice cream, pancakes, or cheesecakes for a delightful touch.

Notes

You can store strawberry sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week. To keep it longer, freeze in small portions after it cools. For a smoother sauce, blend it after cooking. Add a pinch of salt to enhance sweetness, and consider mixing in other fruits for variations.