Macerated Strawberries Recipe

Elevate your yogurt, pancakes, or even ice cream with this incredibly easy macerated strawberry recipe! Bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, these sweet and slightly tart berries are quick to prepare and require only minutes of active time. The secret? A touch of sugar and lemon juice to unlock the strawberries' natural sweetness and create a vibrant, irresistible topping. Perfect for a light dessert or a healthy breakfast treat.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 60.8 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Macerated Strawberries

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How to Make Macerated Strawberries

  1. In a medium bowl, gently combine 1 pound (450g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced, with 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar.
  2. Add the zest and juice of 1/2 a lemon.
  3. Gently toss to coat the strawberries evenly.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably up to 4 hours, to allow the strawberries to macerate and release their juices.
  5. Serve the macerated strawberries over your favorite yogurt, ice cream, pancakes, or waffles. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

52g

Fat

0g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Macerated Strawberries?

Macerated Strawberries takes about 150 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 140 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Macerated Strawberries?

Macerated Strawberries has approximately 60.8 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Macerated Strawberries?

The key ingredients for Macerated Strawberries are Strawberries, Honey, Grand Marnier. See the full list with measurements above.

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