Pork Free Vegan Strawberry Sauce
Bright, jammy, and bursting with real fruit flavor, this strawberry sauce comes together in a single saucepan with just a handful of wholesome ingredients. Maple syrup stands in for refined sugar, lending a subtle depth that pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of the berries, while a squeeze of lemon juice keeps everything tasting fresh and vibrant. The technique of crushing only half the berries is the secret here — you get a luscious, thick sauce with satisfying chunks of fruit still intact, not just a flat purée. Optional lemon zest and vanilla extract round out the flavor in a way that feels almost fancy without any extra effort. It works beautifully spooned over pancakes, stirred into oatmeal, layered into desserts, or eaten straight from the jar with a spoon — no judgment. Every ingredient is straightforward and plant-based, so there's nothing hidden to worry about, just clean, simple cooking at its best.
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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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