Strawberry Puree (3 Ingredients)
Add a burst of fresh strawberry flavor to your desserts and drinks with this quick and easy strawberry puree recipe. Made with just 3 ingredients, this puree is perfect for everything from cakes, oatmeal, and ice cream to desserts and cocktails.
Why you’ll love this strawberry puree recipe
- Easy to make: With just 3 simple steps and 3 ingredients, you can make this delicious strawberry puree with fresh or frozen strawberries.
- Natural flavor: Just like my hibiscus syrup or vanilla syrup, this puree is great alternative to artificial flavorings and extracts. It adds fresh and natural strawberry flavors to a variety of dishes.
- Reduce food waste: This recipe is perfect for past-their-best strawberries. Whether you’ve forgotten to eat them or are buying them on special, turn them into a delicious puree to reduce food waste in your kitchen.
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!
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
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
Step 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.
Step 2: Remove from the heat and puree it until smooth with an immersion blender.
Step 3 (optional): If you prefer a thicker puree, simmer over medium heat until it reaches your desired consistency.
Fruit puree 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.
Recipe FAQs
The puree will last for up to 5 days in an airtight container stored in the refrigerator. Perfect to add to your weekly meal prep!
Yes, you can freeze the puree in ice cube trays or an airtight container.
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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.
