Junior's Fresh Strawberry Sauce Recipe

Indulge in this vibrant and easy-to-make strawberry sauce, the perfect complement to Junior's pound cake (recipe available separately)! Bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, this versatile sauce is also delightful drizzled over ice cream. Make a big batch and freeze portions for later enjoyment! This recipe yields approximately [Insert Approximate Yield, e.g., 2 cups].

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 616.1 kcal

Protein 8g

Rating Be the first

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

The Forktionary Kitchen Team

Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Junior's Fresh Strawberry Sauce

1 pound fresh strawberries
1/4 cup cold water
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
a few drops red food coloring (optional)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup water

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Junior's Fresh Strawberry Sauce? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Junior's Fresh Strawberry Sauce

Wash, hull, and slice 1 pound of fresh strawberries into 1/2-inch thick slices.
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Bring to a boil over high heat.
Boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and 1/4 cup of cold water until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
Slowly whisk the cornstarch slurry into the boiling sugar syrup. Stir constantly to prevent clumping.
Return the mixture to a rolling boil and boil for 2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Add a few drops of red food coloring (optional).
Gently fold in the sliced strawberries.
Let the sauce cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

513g

Fat

Carbs

51g

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation Low Protein Healthy Desserts Low Fat Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Healthy 2 Low In Something

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Junior's Fresh Strawberry Sauce?

Junior's Fresh Strawberry Sauce takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Junior's Fresh Strawberry Sauce?

Junior's Fresh Strawberry Sauce has approximately 616.1 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 51 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Junior's Fresh Strawberry Sauce?

The key ingredients for Junior's Fresh Strawberry Sauce are Strawberries, Cold Water, Sugar, Cornstarch, Red Food Coloring, Pure Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.