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Homemade Strawberry Sauce Recipe (Easy 5-Min)

This quick homemade strawberry sauce recipe bursts with fresh, juicy berries simmered into a glossy, versatile topping—no pectin needed. Perfect for pancakes, cheesecakes, or ice cream, it's ready in 15 minutes with natural sweetness and tart brightness that elevates any dish.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb (4 cups) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, with 1 tbsp water)

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Immersion blender (optional)

Method
 

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  2. 1. Hull and halve strawberries, place in saucepan. 2. Add sugar and lemon juice; macerate 2 minutes. 3. Simmer over medium heat 5 minutes, mashing lightly. 4. Stir in cornstarch slurry if using; cook 1-2 minutes. 5. Cool and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 60 | Carbohydrates: 15 | Fiber: 1 | Sugar: 12

Notes

STORAGE: Refrigerate in jar up to 1 week or freeze 3 months. Reheat gently.
MAKE AHEAD: Prepare up to 2 days ahead, store chilled.
SUBSTITUTIONS: Sugar with honey; strawberries with mixed berries.
PRO TIPS: Macerate first for juice release; simmer low to preserve color; taste before thickening.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Drizzle on pancakes, top cheesecakes, or swirl in yogurt parfaits for vibrant presentation.
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