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A bowl of strawberry coulis with a spoon inside surrounded by whole strawberries.
5 from 2 votes

Strawberry Coulis

This naturally gluten-free strawberry coulis is a smooth, intensely flavored strawberry sauce made with just three ingredients. Twenty minutes on the stove and you have a bright, pourable sauce that makes cheesecake, ice cream, and pancakes taste like summer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 16
Metric - US Customary

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (453 g) fresh strawberries - hulled and halved or quartered
  • ⅓ cup (67 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (15 g) fresh lemon juice

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Instructions

  • Add 1 lb (453 g) fresh strawberries, ⅓ cup (67 g) granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon (15 g) fresh lemon juice to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to combine.
    A medium sauce pain with fresh cut strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice.
  • Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries begin to release their juices. Bring to a low boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, mashing the strawberries against the side of the pan with a wooden spoon as they break down.
    A sauce pan containing a chunky strawberry coulis.
  • For a chunky compote texture, remove from the heat and serve as-is.
    A bowl of chunky strawberry coulis surrounded by fresh strawberries.
  • For a smooth coulis, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve, pressing the strawberries firmly with a spatula to get as much juice out as possible.
    A glass mixing bowl containing smooth strawberry coulis surrounded by fresh strawberries.
  • Let cool to room temperature. The sauce will thicken as it cools. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
    A close-up of a glass filled with bright red strawberry juice, with a spoon resting inside. Fresh strawberries and a hint of strawberry coulis add vibrant color to the background.

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Notes

  • Yield: This recipe makes approximately 1 cup of strawberry coulis, but you may get a little bit less or more depending on whether or not you decide to leave it chunky or strain it through the mesh sieve. 
  • Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 25kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 44mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg
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