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Supreme Strawberry Topping

Supreme Strawberry Topping is a glossy, fruit-forward sauce bursting with ripe berry flavor and a hint of vanilla. It’s thick enough to cascade beautifully over cheesecake, ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or shortcake, adding bright sweetness and a fresh, jammy finish. Serve it warm or at room temperature whenever you want a vibrant dessert accent.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Supreme Strawberry Topping
  1. 1

    Remove the stems from the strawberries and slice them in half.

  2. 2

    In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the strawberries, sugar, and vanilla (if using). Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture sizzles and the juice starts to form.

  3. 3

    Keep stirring; mash a few strawberries with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula to help create the syrup. Continue cooking until the sauce thickens, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat.

  4. 4

    Pour 1/3 of the strawberry sauce into a blender. Cover and hold the lid down with a potholder while pureeing the mixture.

  5. 5

    Return the pureed mixture to the remaining sauce and stir until combined.

  6. 6

    Serve over a slice of cheesecake, ice cream, or your favorite dessert.