
Bright, jammy, and bursting with real fruit flavor, this strawberry sauce is the kind of thing you'll want to drizzle on absolutely everything. Fresh or frozen strawberries simmer down with maple syrup, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until they transform into a glossy, spoonable sauce that tastes like summer in a jar. Crushing half the berries mid-cook gives you the best of both worlds — a thick, saucy base with tender fruit pieces running through it. The optional lemon zest and vanilla extract add a subtle brightness and warmth that take it from simple to genuinely special. Many store-bought fruit sauces and toppings sneak in unexpected spices or additives, so making your own means you know exactly what's in it — and this one keeps things beautifully clean and straightforward. It works warm over pancakes or waffles, spooned onto dairy-free ice cream, or stirred into oatmeal, and it stores well in the fridge for whenever the craving hits.
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Combine the strawberries, maple syrup, lemon juice, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring to coat the berries.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries release their juices and begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
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