Homemade Strawberry Puree
Whip up delicious homemade strawberry puree in just 15 minutes! This quick and easy recipe transforms fresh or frozen strawberries into a luscious sauce perfect for enhancing yogurt, pancakes, ice cream, and more.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 20 ounces strawberries (fresh or frozen, stems removed)
- â…“ cup sugar (adjustable to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium pot over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook for about 8 minutes, stirring frequently until the strawberries break down and the mixture thickens. Adjust sugar if needed.
- Let cool briefly, then blend until smooth using an immersion blender. If using a regular blender, transfer cautiously as the mixture will be hot.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks or freeze for up to six months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 24
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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