Description
Elevate your desserts with this easy homemade strawberry sauce that comes together in just 15 minutes using only three simple ingredients. This vibrant and delicious sauce is perfect for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, or cheesecake, adding a refreshing burst of sweetness to any dish. It’s a fantastic choice for brunch gatherings or family celebrations, making it an essential recipe for any kitchen. You can customize the sweetness and color to match your preference, ensuring each batch is tailored just for you. Whether you’re serving it at breakfast or as a topping for desserts, this strawberry sauce will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (cleaned and chopped)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¾ cup water
- Red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mash 1 cup of chopped strawberries with a fork or masher until smooth.
- In a medium saucepan, mix granulated sugar and cornstarch; then add water and mashed strawberries. Stir well.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture reaches a boil.
- Continue to cook for about 3 minutes until thickened to your liking.
- Remove from heat and gently fold in remaining chopped strawberries. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg