Turkey Free Vegan Strawberry Sauce
Bright, jammy, and bursting with real fruit flavor, this strawberry sauce is the kind of thing you'll want to spoon over absolutely everything. Fresh or frozen strawberries get cooked down with maple syrup, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until they transform into a glossy, thick sauce with gorgeous chunks of fruit still intact. The technique of crushing only half the berries is the secret move here — it gives you that luscious, spoonable consistency without losing all the texture. A touch of lemon zest and vanilla stirred in at the end adds a layer of warmth and brightness that takes it from simple to genuinely special. Since every ingredient is straightforwardly plant-based, there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden animal-derived additives sneaking into your dessert toppings. Serve it warm over pancakes or ice cream, or let it cool and swirl it into yogurt — honestly, a jar of this in the fridge is just a good life decision.
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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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