Sweetened Strawberries for Shortcake Topping
Sweetened Strawberries for Shortcake Topping balances juicy berries with a rich syrupy glaze brightened by fresh lemon. The fruit softens into a spoonable compote with a glossy finish, perfect for soaking into biscuits or sponge. Serve it warm over shortcakes for a summer dessert or chill it to crown pancakes, ice cream, or yogurt.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the strawberries and dark corn syrup; bring to a boil, then lower the heat to low.
- 2
Stir until the mixture is simmering and the strawberries release their juices, about 10 minutes.
- 3
Remove from the heat and stir the sugar and lemon juice into the strawberry mixture until the sugar is dissolved.
- 4
Let cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator before serving.
- Calories 230.17 kcal Moderate
- Protein 0.16 g Low Source
- Carbs 58.42 g Moderate
- Total Fat 0.04 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 25.09 mg Low Source
- Fiber 1.98 g Low Source
- Sugar 44.15 g High
- Added Sugar 10.79 g High
- Calcium 3.3 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.75 mg Low Source
- Potassium 46.29 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 20.25 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Corn 🌽
- Strawberries 🍓