Description
This delightful homemade strawberry sauce is a perfect way to elevate your dishes with a burst of fruity flavor. Whether drizzled over pancakes, swirled into yogurt, or sandwiched between layers of cake, this versatile sauce is a surefire way to add a touch of sweetness to any treat.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 3 cups strawberries, diced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Bring to a Boil: Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer: Lower the heat to a simmer and cook until the strawberries are soft and the syrup is thickened, about 15 minutes.
- Adjust Consistency: If needed, whisk in water to reach the desired consistency.
- Strain (Optional): For a smoother syrup, strain the mixture through a wire mesh strainer.
- Store: Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate.
Notes
- The syrup will thicken upon cooling.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness to suit your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
