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Strawberry Reduction Sauce

Strawberry Reduction Sauce


  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 1 cup 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Indulge in the vibrant sweetness of fresh strawberries transformed into a luscious reduction sauce. Perfect for drizzling over pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or cocktails. This simple sauce captures the essence of summer in every spoonful with a bright, tangy finish from lemon juice. Elevate your desserts and breakfast treats with this easy, restaurant-quality flavor.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups (280 grams) chopped strawberries
  • 1/3 cup (72 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Combine chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan.
  2. Simmer over medium heat for 10-15 minutes until thickened and reduced by half.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For deeper flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Freezes well for 3 months. Substitute with raspberries or blackberries for variation. Ideal for drizzling over desserts or cocktails.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: B
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tbsp (30g)
  • Calories: 45
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 0.3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: strawberry, sauce, dessert, reduction, sweet, fruity