Macadamia Free Vegan Strawberry Sauce
Bright, jammy, and deeply fruity, this strawberry sauce comes together in a single saucepan with just a handful of clean, plant-based ingredients. Maple syrup brings a gentle, rounded sweetness that plays beautifully against the tartness of fresh lemon juice, while a pinch of salt keeps the whole thing from tasting flat. The technique of crushing only half the berries is the real secret here — you get a luscious, thick sauce with satisfying chunks of fruit still intact. Optional lemon zest and vanilla extract add a subtle layer of complexity that makes it taste far more special than the short ingredient list suggests. It works warm straight off the stove or chilled from the fridge, making it endlessly versatile over pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, or a scoop of your favorite vegan ice cream. Store-bought fruit sauces and toppings can be a minefield of unexpected additives and allergens, so knowing exactly what went into the pot is a genuine relief. This one is as wholesome and straightforward as it gets.
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6 servings
- 1 lb fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled and halved (quartered if large)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the strawberries, maple syrup, lemon juice, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring to coat the berries.
- 2
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries release their juices and begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
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