Homemade Strawberry Sauce

Easy Homemade Strawberry Sauce is the perfect sweet topping. This quick and easy recipe uses fresh strawberries, and is one of my favorite easy ways to make a quick topping that pairs so well with all kinds of dishes. Keep reading below to find out how I make my Easy Homemade Strawberry Sauce.

What makes fruit sauces thick?

When berries, apples, and other fruit cook they release pectin, which is a natural thickener. The longer your strawberries cook, the thicker the sauce will get. If your sauce starts to get too thick, you can thin it out with a splash or two of water.

What adds flavor to Strawberry Sauce?

Some of my favorite ways to flavor strawberries for a sauce is to add plenty of sweetener, of course. I also love to add a slash of citrus. My favorite citrus to use is lemon juice. Vanilla flavoring is another great addition to strawberries.

Homemade Strawberry Sauce Ingredients

I am telling you, this is one of the easiest toppings, and it tastes so amazing. All you need to make it is fresh strawberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice.

How to eat Strawberry Sauce

Easy Homemade Strawberry Sauce makes for the perfect topping or addition to so many dishes. I personally love to add this sauce over the top of my favorite vanilla ice-cream. Some other great ways to eat Strawberry Topping is:

Over the top of pancakes or waffles for breakfast or brunch.
Added to your favorite pastry crusts to make the best sweet treats.
Stirred into yogurt or a smoothie for a yummy snack.

I am sure this Easy Homemade Strawberry Sauce Recipe will soon be one of your family’s favorites. As always, if you make this recipe snap a picture and tag me on Instagram. Keep following along with The Four Acre Farm for more Easy Homemade Recipes, Gardening Tips, and Budget Friendly DIY.

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Strawberry Sauce

Easy Homemade Strawberry Sauce

1 pound Strawberries (2 3/4 cups)
1 cup Sugar
1/4 cup Water
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
1 tsp Vanilla Flavoring (Optional)

Wash, prep, and dice strawberries.
In a large skillet add water and berries, cook on medium heat until strawberries start to reduce. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Use the back of a fork to smash berries if you want them a little more reduced.
Turn heat to medium-low, and add sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice. Stir continuously until all ingredients are well incorporated. Reduce until the sauce is your desired thickness, around 10 minutes. Add a tablespoon or two of water to thin sauce, if needed.
Serve as a side dish, over vanilla ice-cream, or even on top of pancakes or waffles. The possibilities are endless!

Appetizer, Dessert

sauce, Strawberry