Homemade Strawberry Sauce

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Total Time 25 mins

Cuisine: American

Courses: Dessert, Sauce

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 8

Best Season: Summer, Suitable throughout the year

Dietary: Dessert, Sweet

Description

This strawberry sauce is a delicious topping for everything from pancakes and waffles to cheesecakes, ice cream, and even yogurt! With a fresh strawberry flavor, a hint of sweetness, and a thick, glossy texture, this sauce is simple to make and versatile.

Ingredients

2 lbs fresh strawberries hulled and halved (reserve 1 cup of smaller strawberries to add at the end)
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 tbsp light corn syrup for added smoothness and shine
1 tsp 1 cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water to make a slurry

Instructions

1
Rinse and hull all strawberries. Slice larger strawberries in half and leave 1 cup of the smaller strawberries whole or halved to add at the end for texture.
2
In a medium saucepan, combine the prepared strawberries (minus the reserved 1 cup), sugar, water
3
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Allow it to simmer for about 8–10 minutes, or until the strawberries release their juices and start breaking down.
4
For a smoother sauce, blend it after the strawberries release their juices and start breaking down. A quick blend will give a nice, even texture.
5
Add corn syrup “Optional”. The corn syrup adds a nice sheen and helps prevent crystallization, but you can leave it out if you prefer.
6
After simmering, reduce the heat to low. Add the cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water) to the saucepan, stirring continuously.
7
Continue cooking for another 2–3 minutes or until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy. If it’s too thick, add a bit of water, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
8
Add the reserved 1 cup of strawberries "chopped", These will add a fresh, chunky texture to the sauce.
9
Let the sauce cool for a few minutes before using. It will continue to thicken slightly as it cools.
10
Serve warm, room temperature, or chilled, depending on your preference.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Serving Size 4 tbsp

Amount Per Serving
Calories 70kcal

% Daily Value *
Sodium 2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 15g
Protein 0.5g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Tips for Perfect Strawberry Sauce

Adjusting Sweetness: If your strawberries are especially sweet, you can reduce the sugar slightly. Conversely, if they're a bit tart, add a touch more sugar.
Corn Syrup: Adding light corn syrup helps prevent sugar crystallization and keeps the sauce smooth. However, if you prefer, you can skip this and replace it with an additional 1–2 tsp of sugar.
Consistency: For a thicker sauce, let it cook a bit longer, or add a bit more of the cornstarch slurry. For a thinner sauce, reduce the cornstarch or add a splash of water.
Serving Ideas: This sauce is perfect over pancakes, waffles, ice cream, cheesecake, or even as a filling for crepes. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Enjoy your homemade strawberry sauce!

Keywords: Strawberry sauce, Dessert topping, Sweet strawberry glaze