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Strawberry Sauce

Delight in this vibrant and flavorful strawberry sauce, perfect for drizzling over desserts, pancakes, or yogurt.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: strawberry sauce, dessert topping, sweet sauce, fruit sauce
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Calories: 70kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and halved
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Rinse the strawberries under cold water and pat dry.
  • Hull and slice the strawberries into halves.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the strawberries, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
  • Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring gently until the sugar dissolves.
  • Once the strawberries start to release their juices, add lemon juice.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.
  • Cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Use a fork or potato masher to mash the strawberries to your desired consistency.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  • Allow the sauce to cool before serving or storing.

Nutrition

Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g