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Strawberry Sauce For Cheesecake With Fresh Strawberries

Strawberry sauce is a classic dessert topping that everyone should have in their recipe repertoire. It's especially delicious when paired with cheesecake, and if you use fresh strawberries, the flavor is even better. In this article, we'll share our favorite recipe for strawberry sauce for cheesecake with fresh strawberries. We'll also give you tips and tricks for making the perfect sauce every time. Let's get started!

Ingredients

Before we get into the recipe, let's talk about the ingredients you'll need. Here's what you'll need to make strawberry sauce for cheesecake with fresh strawberries:

  • 1 pound fresh strawberries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Strawberry Sauce Ingredients

Make sure you use fresh strawberries for this recipe. Frozen strawberries will work, but the flavor won't be as bright and fresh. You can adjust the amount of sugar depending on how sweet your strawberries are. If they're very sweet, you may not need to use as much sugar.

Instructions

Now that you have your ingredients, it's time to make the strawberry sauce. Here's how to do it:

  1. Wash and hull the strawberries. Cut them into small pieces and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of water until smooth. Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan and stir to combine.
  4. Add the strawberries to the saucepan and stir to coat them in the sugar mixture.
  5. Cook the sauce over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries have broken down and the sauce has thickened. This will take about 10-15 minutes.
  6. Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. Let the sauce cool to room temperature before serving.
Strawberry Sauce For Cheesecake

That's it! You now have delicious strawberry sauce for cheesecake with fresh strawberries. It's important to let the sauce cool before serving, as it will thicken up as it cools. You can store any leftover sauce in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Tips and Tricks

Here are some tips and tricks for making the perfect strawberry sauce for cheesecake:

  • If you want a smoother sauce, you can puree the strawberries in a blender or food processor before adding them to the saucepan.
  • If you want a chunkier sauce, you can leave the strawberries in larger pieces.
  • If your sauce is too thick, you can add a little water to thin it out.
  • If your sauce is too thin, you can cook it for a few more minutes to thicken it up.
  • You can add other flavors to the sauce, such as cinnamon or ginger, to give it a different twist.

Conclusion

Strawberry sauce for cheesecake with fresh strawberries is a classic dessert topping that's easy to make and always delicious. With this recipe and our tips and tricks, you'll be able to make the perfect sauce every time. Whether you're serving it on top of cheesecake or ice cream, it's sure to be a hit. Give it a try and let us know what you think!

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