Description
A simple and delightful homemade strawberry sauce recipe that combines fresh strawberries with sugar and lemon juice, thickened with cornstarch to create a smooth, sweet topping perfect for desserts, pancakes, and more.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 lb strawberries, rinsed, hulled, and cut into smaller pieces
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine the hulled strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute after the mixture comes to a boil to start breaking down the strawberries and dissolve the sugar.
- Break Down the Strawberries: Using a potato masher or wooden spoon, mash the strawberries to your desired consistency. For a chunkier sauce, mash lightly; for a smoother texture, mash more thoroughly until you achieve the preferred sauce thickness.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the water and cornstarch to create a smooth slurry. Quickly stir this mixture into the cooking strawberry sauce and continue cooking for another 60 seconds while stirring constantly until the sauce thickens. Then, remove the saucepan from heat.
- Adjust the Taste: Taste the strawberry sauce and adjust the sweetness or acidity by adding more sugar or lemon juice if necessary, stirring well to incorporate any additions.
- Cool and Store: Allow the strawberry sauce to cool to room temperature before transferring it into a glass container. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- For a thinner sauce, reduce the amount of cornstarch or simmer for less time after adding the slurry.
- This sauce can be served warm or chilled, making it versatile for various desserts.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Optional: add a splash of vanilla extract for extra flavor.
