Strawberry Puree (3 Ingredients)
Add a burst of fresh strawberry flavor to your desserts and drinks with this quick and easy Strawberry Puree. Made with just 3 ingredients, this quick strawberry sauce is perfect for everything from cakes, oatmeal, and ice cream to desserts and cocktails.
With just 3 simple steps and 3 ingredients, you can make this delicious strawberry puree with fresh or frozen strawberries.
Just like my hibiscus syrup or vanilla syrup, this puree is a great alternative to artificial flavorings and extracts. It adds fresh and natural strawberry flavors to a variety of dishes.
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Strawberry Puree
Ingredients
- 1 lb strawberries fresh or frozen
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small saucepan. Stir to combine.1 lb strawberries, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent the strawberries from burning at the bottom.
- Once the strawberries have softened, remove the saucepan from the heat and puree it with a handheld immersion blender until smooth.
- Optional step – reduce puree: Bring the strawberry puree to a simmer over medium to low heat again for 5-7 minutes or until it has reached your desired consistency.
- Remove the strawberry puree from the heat and let it cool. It will further thicken as it cools.
Notes
Nutrition
Ingredients and substitutions
- Strawberries – You can use fresh or frozen strawberries for this recipe. I use frozen for convenience as they’re available all year around.
- Sugar – Granulated sugar works well. You can also try using natural sweeteners such as honey, agave, or maple syrup.
- Lemon – Lemon juice helps retain the vibrant color of the strawberries. Don’t skip it!
Variations
Strawberry vanilla puree: Add 1 tsp of vanilla extract or vanilla syrup to the fruit for a richer taste.
Mixed berry sauce: Add other in-season berries such as blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries for a mixed berry compote.
Strawberry rhubarb coulis: Another delicious combination is strawberry and rhubarb. Stew them together before blending them into a smooth coulis.
How to make strawberry puree
1: In a saucepan, combine the strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries break down and the sugar dissolves.
2: Remove from the heat and puree it until smooth with an immersion blender.
3 (optional): If you prefer a thicker puree, simmer over medium heat until it reaches your desired consistency.
Serving Ideas
Ice cream and yogurt: Top your favorite ice cream or homemade Greek yogurt with a dollop of strawberry puree for a sweet and tangy treat. You can also use it to make frozen yogurt bark or condensed milk berry ice cream.
Cakes: Use the puree as a filling like in my strawberry pound cake, or use it to make a fruit glaze or frosting as a tasty topping.
Cocktails: Add this puree to your favorite cocktails for a fruity and refreshing twist. Think strawberry daiquiri, bellini, or margarita!
Breakfast: Top your oatmeal, American waffles, whey pancakes, or sourdough French toast with this strawberry sauce for a sweet and tangy breakfast.
