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Strawberry Sauce Recipe (Easy & Versatile)

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries hulled and chopped
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional Add-Ins:
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water for thicker sauce
  • 1 –2 tablespoons water if strawberries are very ripe
  • Pinch of salt to balance sweetness

Instructions
 

  • Add strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice to a saucepan
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the strawberries release their juices
  • Gently mash the strawberries once the mixture bubbles
  • Reduce heat slightly and simmer for 8–10 minutes for desired texture
  • (Optional) Stir in cornstarch slurry for thicker sauce and simmer 1–2 minutes
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt
  • Let cool slightly before using

Notes

For chunky sauce: mash lightly, shorter simmer
For smooth sauce: blend after cooking
For thick dessert sauce: simmer longer or add cornstarch
Use ripe strawberries for best flavor
Taste and adjust sugar if needed
Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 5 days or freeze up to 3 months
Reheat gently before serving