Making your own homemade strawberry sauce is incredibly easy. It’s delicious served with a scoop of ice cream, a pudding dessert, a stack of pancakes, or simply drizzled over a bowl of yogurt.
Making strawberry sauce is not only super easy but the finished sauce can be used in so many different ways!
You only need a few ingredients for this easy strawberry sauce. Be sure to check out the recipe card below for full details.
To make the best strawberry sauce, use fresh strawberries that are sweet and ripe. Sweet strawberries are widely available right now, and when you walk through the grocery store, that wonderful sweet aroma practically jumps off the shelves.
If strawberries aren’t in season, you can easily use frozen strawberries for this recipe.
I actually make this strawberry sauce quite often, but it never occurred to me to share it as a standalone recipe before. About time, because this is such a great basic recipe that makes so many desserts and breakfast dishes even better!
It’s strawberry season, so it’s the perfect time to start baking with strawberries.
It’s best to store the sauce in swing-top bottles. Not only does that make pouring easy, but it also keeps the sauce airtight and makes it convenient to store in the fridge door for up to 2-3 days.
I always keep a few of these bottles on hand since you never know when you’ll want to make a big batch of strawberry sauce. Of course, you can also store it in an airtight container if you want to.
Yes, you can freeze it for up to 2-3 months. Let it cool completely first, then store in a freezer-safe container. Thaw in the fridge before using.
There are plenty more tasty sauce recipes on Laura’s Bakery. I have a bit of a weakness for sweet dessert sauces, but if you’re looking for savory options, be sure to check out my sauces and dips category – there’s something for every dish or snack.
A few delicious sweet sauce ideas:
The best way is to let the sauce simmer longer so more liquid evaporates. If you’re looking for a very thick consistency, you might want to try my strawberry jam recipe instead.
Yes, you can. Just make sure to fully thaw the strawberries first and drain any excess liquid. After that, simply follow the recipe as written.
Yes, you can customize it by adding lemon zest, vanilla extract, or even a splash of balsamic vinegar for a deeper flavor.
This usually happens if the strawberries release a lot of juice. Let the sauce simmer longer to reduce, or add a small cornstarch slurry to thicken it.
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