Description

Supreme Strawberry Topping is a simple, flavorful topping that turns any dessert into a special treat. Made with fresh strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla, it’s quick to prepare and perfect for pancakes, cheesecakes, yogurt, or smoothies.

Ingredients

1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

1/4 cup white sugar

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thicker sauce)

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Instructions

Combine the strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a medium saucepan. Stir to mix everything together.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries release their juices and soften.
If you want a thicker topping, dissolve the cornstarch in a small amount of cold water and stir it into the saucepan. Cook for another 2 minutes until it thickens.
Remove the pan from the heat and let the topping cool before serving.

Notes

Add a splash of balsamic vinegar for a deeper flavor or swap white sugar with honey or maple syrup for a different sweetness.
Mix in other berries like blueberries or raspberries for a more complex topping.
This topping stays fresh for 3–4 days in the refrigerator or can be frozen for longer storage (though the texture may change slightly when thawed).
To reheat, warm gently over low heat until it reaches the desired consistency.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 45
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 2mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg