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    Home » Recipes » Syrups, Sauces & Essentials

    Homemade Strawberry Coulis Recipe

    Published: Jun 9, 2023 · Modified: Apr 1, 2024 by Emily Laurae · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Strawberry coulis.
    Strawberry coulis.
    Strawberry coulis.

    Whether you're starting your day with a mouthwatering breakfast or ending it with a heavenly dessert, this refreshingly delicious strawberry coulis adds a colorful flair and finger-licking flavor that will elevate your dishes to a whole new level this strawberry season. Get ready to savor every vibrant spoonful!

    Strawberry coulis in a storing container with a spoon on the counter with fresh strawberries.
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    • ⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe 
    • 🍴Ingredients 
    • ⏲️ Substitutions & Variations
    • 📖 Step by Step Instructions
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Expert Tips & Serving Suggestions
    • 💭 Recipe FAQs
    • More Syrups, Sauces and Essentials Recipes 
    • How to Make Strawberry Coulis
    • 💬 Comments

    Introducing the sensational world of homemade strawberry coulis! This sweet sauce, known for its intense strawberry flavor, takes your dishes to the next level. Whether you're drizzling it over a slice of lemon cake, panna cotta, a bowl of raspberry ice cream, or using it as a topping for white chocolate mousse, this coulis is the perfect accompaniment that adds a burst of fruity goodness.

    Creating this delectable sauce is a breeze, and you can achieve the desired thickness using various methods. From using a food processor or an immersion blender to pass the coulis through a fine mesh strainer or a fine-mesh sieve, the options are endless. You can even freeze it in an ice cube tray for convenient smaller portions!

    With its vibrant strawberry flavor and versatility, this homemade strawberry coulis is sure to become a star in your kitchen. Whether you're trying it for the first time or looking to enhance your repertoire of coulis recipes, this simple yet irresistible sauce is guaranteed to elevate your culinary creations to a whole new world of deliciousness.

    ⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe 

    I’m not sure if you know this about me, but fruit-based condiments are my JAM. I have tons of recipes for purées, curds, jams, sauces, syrups, and compotes on the blog already, and you can definitely expect more out of me in the future. After all, who doesn’t love the pure, colorful, flavorful goodness of fruit?!? 

    Aside from being my newest addition to the berry lovers’ arsenal, this gorgeous ruby easy strawberry coulis recipe is also:

    • Quick & Easy - You only need 1 pan and about 10 minutes of active time to make it.
    • Made With Only 3 Ingredients - A short ingredient list makes things simple, but also lets the star ingredient shine through magnificently.
    • Super Versatile - Whether you use this strawberry coulis for delicious topping on an angel food cake, cake, ice cream, pavlovas, oatmeal, yogurt, breakfast parfaits, or pancakes, one thing remains the same: you’re going to love it.
    • Allergen-Friendly - Unless strawberries are the allergy, this naturally gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free, egg-free, vegan, and soy-free recipe is perfectly safe for sharing - the perfect simple strawberry sauce for your favorite desserts.
    • Budget-Friendly - Store-bought fruit preserves are often very expensive ($3+ for a tiny jar) and filled with strange preservatives and artificial ingredients. This simple homemade recipe will yield you a nice big jar of entirely natural fruity goodness, so your body and your budget will both be happy.

    🍴Ingredients 

    Ingredients needed to make strawberry coulis on the counter.

    As promised, this easy recipe for delicious strawberry coulis requires just a few simple ingredients that you can easily find at the grocery store:

    • Strawberries: Fresh or frozen, the choice is yours! You can even experiment with different berry varieties like blueberries, blackberries, or boysenberries for a unique twist. Don't forget, you can use extra strawberries to whip up strawberry-infused treats like strawberry juice, strawberry coulis, strawberry vodka lemonade or strawberry tartlets!
    • Granulated Sugar: Opt for plain white sugar to allow the vibrant flavor of the strawberries to shine. However, if you prefer, you can substitute it with organic cane sugar for a more natural option.
    • Lemon Juice: Squeeze the juice of approximately half a fresh lemon into the coulis to add a refreshing brightness and help preserve the enticing red color. For a tropical touch, you can also try using lime juice instead.
    • Water: If you're looking to reduce the amount of added sugar, feel free to substitute water with fruit juice like cherry or grape.
    • Vanilla Extract: And last but not least, don't forget to add a dash of aromatic vanilla extract to enhance the overall flavor of your strawberry coulis.

    ⏲️ Substitutions & Variations

    As much as I love the pure, bright simplicity of this easy fruit coulis, you can easily put your own stamp on it. Here are a few ideas to get your creative juices flowing:

    • Swap in different ripe berries, or use a mixture of your favorite pieces of fruit - the perfect way to make your idea coulis!
    • Add other fruits like chopped peaches or pineapples. You could also add orange juice or lemon extract for an extra kick! Mix and match to your heart’s content.
    • Add aromatics like a vanilla pod, cinnamon sticks, vanilla extract or a cinnamon stick to give it extra flavor. Honey would be a lovely addition as well!

    📖 Step by Step Instructions

    This tasty coulis recipe comes together in a few easy steps. Here’s how:

    Strawberries in a saucepan over medium heat.

    Step 1: Combine strawberries in a medium saucepan with granulated sugar and water over medium heat, while pressing gently to break them down with a spatula.

    Blending strawberry coulis in a blender.

    Step 2: Blend. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook for about 15 minutes. Allow to cool slightly, then blend.

    Squeezing strawberry coulis through a mesh nut bag.

    Step 3: Strain the strawberry coulis after blending through either a fine mesh sieve or a nut bag to ensure a smooth texture.

    Glass bowl of strawberry coulis with lemon juice and vanilla extract mixed in.

    Step 4: Add Lemon & Vanilla Extract. Remove from the heat, stir in fresh lemon juice & vanilla extract and store! Use as a great addition of strawberry flavor to your favorite dessert. 

    👩🏻‍🍳 Expert Tips & Serving Suggestions

    • Don’t overcook the berries. Heat can help berries break down, releasing all their tasty juices. That said, overcooking can lead to the fresh strawberries breaking down entirely (like they would in a purée), which would prohibit the slight chunkiness we’re after and degrade the flavor of the fruit.
    • Wait to add the lemon juice. For the best result, you want all the active compounds to remain intact to keep your coulis looking nice and vibrant.
    • Don’t bother defrosting. If you’re making a frozen berry coulis, save yourself some time by dumping the frozen strawberries directly into your saucepan.

    Once made, this delectably fruit-forward berry coulis can be used in dozens of different ways. Here are some of my favorite ways to use this perfect sauce:

    • Using strawberry coulis for cheesecake or cake garnish is as simple as swirling a bit on the dessert plate underneath, or spooning it over the top of your favorites as a strawberry topping. 
    • Try drizzling some as a topping on top of ice cream like chocolate or passion fruit ice cream.
    • Swirl it into a “fool” or layer it into a “mess” using sweetened whipped cream and meringues. You can also use it as a topping on pavlovas (large-format meringues), preferably with chantilly cream and extra fresh berries.
    • Add some to your morning smoothies or chia pudding for extra sweet-tart pizazz.
    • Drizzle some on your oatmeal, porridge, pancakes, french toast, waffles, or other sweet breakfast favorites with a touch of peanut butter, maple syrup or lemon zest as a perfect topping. 
    • Use it on cheese plates or add it to grilled cheese sandwiches. (Fresh sourdough + brie + cream cheese + strawberry coulis + dark chocolate = insanely delicious sandwich)
    Overhead view of strawberry compote in a small container.

    💭 Recipe FAQs

    How long does coulis take to thicken?  

    It depends on how much sugar you add and how powerful your stove is. Mine was the perfect consistency after about 15 minutes of simmering.

      How long does fresh fruit coulis last?  

    It should keep well for up to 2 weeks in the fridge or up to 6 months in the freezer. Then use for cake filling, ice cream, blueberry pound cake or chocolate cake!

      Can you overcook coulis? 

    Yes, and no. If you overcook this strawberry-flavored coulis, the berries will break down more significantly, which will affect the fresh berry flavor.

      Is berry coulis healthy? 

    “Healthy” is a pretty loaded term, and I’m not a dietician. That said, this coulis is made with just fruit and a little bit of sugar, so I’d classify it as wholesome if not “healthy.” 😬  

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    How to Make Strawberry Coulis.

    How to Make Strawberry Coulis

    Get ready to indulge in a delightful treat with my slightly chunky Strawberry Coulis! Packed with sweet, tart, and irresistible berry goodness, this simple recipe is exactly what you've been craving.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Sauce
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 17 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 Servings
    Calories: 53kcal
    Author: Emily Laurae

    Equipment

    • Small Saucepan
    • Spatula
    • Mesh Sieve or Chinoise optional
    • Storing Container/Jar

    Ingredients

    • 12 oz. Strawberries, frozen or fresh
    • 3 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar
    • 2 Tablespoons Water
    • 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice, about ½ a lemon
    • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract, optional

    Instructions

    • Place the frozen or fresh strawberries in a saucepan with granulated sugar and water. On medium heat, start cooking the strawberries while pressing gently to break them down with a spatula.
      12 oz. Strawberries, 3 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar, 2 Tablespoons Water
    • Bring the strawberries to a boil on the stove on medium high heat, stirring constantly until the strawberries have started to fully break down and the juices have started to reduce. Reduce the heat to low and continue reducing for about 15 minutes. Allow to cool off the heat for a few minutes before blending.
    • Proceed to blend the mixture in a blender and strain through a mesh strainer to ensure a smooth texture. 
    • Stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract and allow the coulis to cool. Store in an airtight container and use as you please!
      1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice, 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract

    Notes

    Storage Instructions
    Once made, store the berry coulis in a clean, airtight container (like a mason jar). It should keep for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator or up to 6 months in the freezer.
    Expert Tips & Serving Suggestions
    • Don’t overcook the berries. Heat can help berries break down, releasing all their tasty juices. That said, overcooking can lead to deterioration of the beautiful strawberry flavor!
    • Wait to add the lemon juice. You want all the active compounds to remain intact to keep your coulis looking nice and vibrant.
    • Don’t bother defrosting. If you’re making a frozen berry coulis, save yourself some time by dumping the frozen strawberries directly into your saucepan.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 53kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 88mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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    Emily is the recipe developer, writer, and food photographer behind Emily Laurae. After finishing Pastry School and working as a chef in the restaurant industry, she created this blog to share those skills with home bakers and creators all over the world!

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