This fresh strawberry sauce is the perfect topping for pancakes, waffles, ice cream, and more. Made with ripe strawberries, sugar, and a hint of lemon juice, it's bursting with flavor. This easy and refreshing sauce is perfect for summer and will take your desserts to a whole new level. Give this recipe a try and impress your friends and family with a homemade strawberry sauce that is sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the diced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture for about 5-7 minutes, or until the strawberries start to release their juices and soften.
- Using a potato masher or a fork, gently mash the strawberries to break them down and release more juices. Leave some chunks for texture.
- Continue cooking the sauce for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Allow the sauce to cool before transferring it to a jar or container. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Serve the fresh strawberry sauce over pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or any dessert of your choice.
Interesting Facts
Strawberries are packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, making this sauce not only delicious but also nutritious.
This strawberry sauce can be easily customized by adding other fruits like blueberries or raspberries for a mixed berry sauce.
You can also strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve if you prefer a smoother texture.