Strawberry Sauce
A sweet, fresh, and vibrant strawberry sauce perfect for topping pancakes, cheesecakes, ice cream, or waffles with natural berry flavor.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Knife & cutting board
- measuring cups/spoons
- Blender or potato masher (optional, for smooth texture)
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and chopped
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch optional, for thicker sauce
- 2 tbsp water if using cornstarch slurry
Instructions
- Place strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir and cook for 8–10 minutes until strawberries release juices and soften.
- For a thicker sauce, dissolve cornstarch in water and stir into the mixture.
- Simmer 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Mash strawberries for a chunky sauce or blend for a smooth consistency.
- Cool slightly before serving; store in a jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per 2 tbsp, approx.):
- Calories: 35
- Protein: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 8g