Strawberry Sauce Recipe

You will love this Strawberry Topping Recipe

Looking for a strawberry topping for cheesecake? A strawberry sauce for pancakes? How about fixings for the best ice cream sundae ever? This easy strawberry sauce recipe can top all three — and more!

It’s truly the ultimate addition to any breakfast or dessert table!

I love this sauce because it’s super versatile and you can even freeze it for later. If you have lots of berries that you don’t want to go bad, make a batch or two to use them up.

“I just made it. It is sooo good, we’re having it on pancakes this morning. And ice cream tonight.”

– Dianne

Strawberry Topping Ingredients

• Strawberries – These are the heart and soul of this yummy sauce! Fresh berries are best, but frozen be used. However, the texture and flavor will both turn out better if you stick with fresh berries.
• Cornstarch – This helps thicken the sauce.
• Cold water – To mix with the cornstarch. The water must be cold to activate it without making it gummy.
• Light brown sugar – For sweetness and rich flavor.
• Granulated sugar – For sweetness with lighter flavor!
• Vanilla extract – A nice addition of flavor that really warms up the sauce!
• Lemon juice – For a bright kick of citrus.

Strawberry Rhubarb Variation

For a yummy Strawberry Rhubarb Sauce, simply sub 1/4 or 1/2 of the strawberries for chopped fresh rhubarb!

How to make a Strawberry Sauce

This recipe is so easy to make! You’ll need a small saucepan and about 20 minutes of prep and cook time.

1. Add all of the ingredients to the pot and cook over medium-high heat until the mixture begins to simmer, stirring constantly.
2. Reduce to medium heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until sauce thickens, stirring frequently.
3. Once the sauce has reached the desired consistency, remove from heat. Use right away or allow it to cool to room temperature before placing it in an airtight container.

How To Enjoy Homemade Strawberry Topping

• Ice cream
• Pancakes
• Waffles
• French toast
• Cheesecake (or no-bake cheesecake)
• Angel food cake
• Pound cake
• Biscuits

How To Thicken Strawberry Sauce

I like to add cornstarch to my sauce to give it a nice thickness – however, if you don’t have any on hand, the natural sugar in the berries and the additional sugar will thicken, but you may have to add additional cook time to get the desired consistency.

Storage Instructions For Homemade Strawberry Sauce

To Enjoy Now: Store the strawberry sauce in an airtight container or jar with a tight lid. Then store it in the fridge to enjoy for up to 1 week.

To Enjoy Later: Wait until the sauce completely cools and pour into freezer bags or freezable container (not glass). It should be good for 3 to 6 months.

More Sauces & Syrups To Enjoy!

• Slow Cooker Dulce De Leche – This 1-ingredient recipe is an indulgent dessert topping!
• Strawberry Simple Syrup – Its smooth consistency makes it the perfect cocktail mix-in.
• Chocolate Ganache – Use this as a filling or topping in your favorite cakes!
• Spiced Vanilla Syrup – A delicious addition to breakfast.
• Hot Fudge Sauce – Made with pantry staples, espresso powder, and high-quality chocolate!