Homemade Strawberry Sauce Recipe has only 4 ingredients making it so easy to make this homemade sauce. This delicious homemade strawberry sauce is perfect with ice cream, waffles, pancakes and more.
It doesn’t get any better than fresh strawberries and this recipe brings it all together in one delicious homemade sauce. I think you will be surprised just how easy it is.
You only need 4 ingredients, and it is so easy. The entire family goes crazy over this recipe packed with strawberry flavor. I have to make extra because the kids love it so much.
Homemade strawberry sauce is amazing on Cheesecake, Pancakes, waffles, ice cream and really anything.
It is better than anything in the stores and literally the easiest recipe.
Why We Love This
This Strawberry Sauce makes our favorite pancakes and cheesecake recipes taste better. All you need is 4 simple ingredients and you have an amazing sauce that looks so fancy.
In less than 10 minutes you can impress your family with this decadent recipe.
There are many ways to use this strawberry sauce. Store in the refrigerator for an amazing topping.
Ingredients
- Fresh Strawberries – Cleaned, Divided – You can use fresh or frozen strawberries.
- Sugar. Plain, white granulated sugar.
- Cornstarch. Thickens the sauce.
- Red Food Coloring. Optional but enhances the color.
Skip to the bottom of the page for the complete list of ingredients in the recipe card.
Variations
- Fruit – Try using blackberries, blueberries or raspberries for another delicious sauce.
How to Make Strawberry Sauce
Step 1. Clean and chop the strawberries. Add to a small bowl and mash. I like to use a potato masher. If you are using frozen strawberries, let them thaw first. Set aside and clean and dice another cup strawberries.
Step 2. Use a medium saucepan, stir together the sugar and corn starch over medium high heat to make the cornstarch slurry.
Step 3. Blend together water, strawberries and sugar. Simmer the mixture over medium heat. Then bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Stir in food coloring and vanilla extract, if desired. This is optional but will make the sauce a more vibrant red color and flavorful. Cook until thickened. Remove from heat and add diced strawberries. Cool and serve.
Serving Suggestions
There are many different ways to use this Sweet Strawberry Sauce. You can serve it warm or cold.
- Spoon over Cooked Oatmeal
- Make a Yogurt Parfait
- Top your favorite Ice Cream. I love No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream.
- Drizzle over Homemade Waffles and Pancakes or French toast.
- Top a Slice of Cheesecake or Strawberry Angel Food Cake.
- Strawberry Shortcake Recipe. The puree is also good on biscuits. You can put the sauce in a blender if you want it smoother.
- Easy Pound Cake Recipe. This is such a delicious combination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Make sure to allow the strawberry sauce to cool to room temperature.
Spoon strawberry sauce in an air tight container. Since the strawberry sauce has a dark color, it is possible that it might stain your container.
I like to leave about ½ inch space between the top of container and the syrup.
Close the container and place in the freezer.
Yes, you can make it without sugar, but it will change the taste of the sauce. We recommend using a sugar substitute like stevia or just cutting the amount you add.
Experiment with the ingredients you are adding and make the recipe your own.
Once cooled, pour the sauce into an airtight container. We prefer to use a simple mason jar. Store the strawberry topping in the fridge.
More Homemade Sauce Recipes
- The Best Blueberry Sauce Recipe
- Homemade Caramel Sauce Recipe
- The Best Homemade Chocolate Sauce Recipe
- Butterscotch Sauce
Ready to make a fresh and delicious topping? Try this easy strawberry sauce today! It’s perfect for spooning over pancakes, waffles, cheesecake, ice cream, and all your favorite desserts. If you make it, be sure to leave a review and star rating to let us know how you enjoyed it!
Homemade Strawberry Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries cleaned, divided
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¾ cup water
- Red food coloring optional
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Instructions
- Wash, hull, and chop 1 cup of the fresh strawberries. Place them in a bowl and mash until mostly smooth. Set aside.
- Wash, hull, and finely dice the remaining 1 cup of fresh strawberries. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup granulated sugar and 3 tablespoons cornstarch.
- Stir in ¾ cup water and the 1 cup mashed strawberries until well combined.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- If desired, stir in red food coloring.
- Continue cooking and stirring for 3 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and gently stir in the 1 cup diced strawberries.
- Transfer the strawberry sauce to a bowl and let it cool for 10–15 minutes.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
This would make a perfect Christmas gift and I want to make it when strawberries are sweet and ripe. How do you suggest storing this if I make it in August?
You can freeze the sauce in a freezer safe bag or container for up to 3-6 months depending on your freezer.