Last Updated on March 27, 2022
It’s hard to beat the rich, creamy taste of a delectable cheesecake. Cheesecake is great on its own but adding your favorite topping can take it out of the world. This delicious strawberry topping for cheesecake is the perfect addition to this delicious dessert.
Strawberry pairs nicely with cheesecake, as the flavors complement each other perfectly. Everyone is sure to love the taste of this strawberry topping. Luckily, this recipe is easy to make and requires no prior baking experience.
Strawberry Topping for Cheesecake: Using Fresh vs Frozen Strawberries
Fresh strawberries are one of the most loved fruits, thanks to their sweet and juicy flavor. They are great for eating by themselves or using in dishes. Unfortunately, fresh strawberries are not always available year-round depending on where you live.
Luckily, you can find frozen strawberries at grocery stores year-round. Though they may not be the best for eating by themselves, as they lose their crispness from being frozen, frozen strawberries can work great for making sauces and baking.
Frozen strawberries can typically last for up to a year. As long as they are stored in a bag or airtight container with little moisture, they will be safe to use and still taste good.
Using frozen strawberries is simple when making a strawberry sauce. You don’t need to thaw them out, you can use them straight from the freezer when making your strawberry topping. Defrosting frozen strawberries will cause them to lose juice that is important for making a sauce.
Though many people prefer to use fresh strawberries when they can, using frozen strawberries is a great option when fresh strawberries are not in season. It will still provide a delicious strawberry flavor and texture.
What You Need to Make Strawberry Topping for Cheesecake
Ingredients
To make this strawberry topping for cheesecake recipe, you will need:
- 2 pounds of strawberries
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- ½ the juice of a lemon
- Pinch of salt
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Equipment
To prepare this recipe, you will need a:
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Small bowl
Strawberry Topping for Cheesecake: Step by Step Instructions
Step One: Prepare the Strawberries and Lemon
Remove the stems from the strawberries and cut them into quarters. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice from one half into a bowl, removing any seeds. If you are using fresh strawberries, be sure to wash them and the lemon prior to cutting.
Step Two: Combine the Ingredients
Add the cut strawberries, lemon juice, cornstarch, sugar and salt to the saucepan.
Step Three: Make the Sauce
Heat the saucepan to medium-low heat and gently stir the ingredients. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and the strawberries become soft about ten minutes. Remove from heat and allow it to cool before using it.
Add this strawberry topping to your favorite cheesecake and you will have a mouthwatering dessert. Try it with a classic New York cheesecake or pour it on some chocolate cheesecake for delicious results.
This strawberry topping is also great for other desserts. It’s tasty on ice cream, cakes, brownies, waffles, and pancakes. This sauce is versatile and something your whole family will love.
Strawberry Topping for Cheesecake: Tips and Tricks
When making this sauce, be sure to have the saucepan on medium-low heat. Medium-low heat will help release the flavors and give the sauce a good texture. If your heat is too high, it will overcook your strawberry topping.
If you don’t have a lemon in hand, you can also use lemon juice. You can use one tablespoon of lemon juice in place of juice from half a lemon. The lemon helps enhance the taste of the strawberry, which makes for an even better sauce.
This strawberry topping is designed to have chunks of strawberry in it. If you would rather have a smooth sauce, you can break them down with the whisk or a wooden spoon while cooking. Then pour the sauce through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any chunks of strawberry after cooking.
Another way to get a smooth sauce is to use a blender. Once the sauce has fully cooled, pour it in your blender and puree it until it reaches a smooth consistency. Since the strawberries have already been cooked down, it will not take long for it to become smooth.
Be sure to allow the strawberry sauce to cool for a few minutes after cooking. Not only will it be too hot to eat, but the sauce will thicken as it cools. Just be sure to take it off the burner you were using to allow it to cool properly.
It is also important that your cheesecake has completely cooled as well before adding the strawberry sauce. If the cheesecake is still warm, it can cause the strawberry sauce to melt and become runny.
Strawberry sauce should be stored in an airtight container or jar in the fridge. Strawberry sauce can last in the fridge for up to a week. It can also be stored in the freezer for up to six months.
You can thaw your strawberry topping in the fridge overnight or warm it up on the stovetop. You can also microwave it on thirty-second intervals until it has thawed out.
This strawberry sauce can be served warm or cold. To warm it up, simply place it in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave it for 15 seconds. Thoroughly mix the strawberry sauce after microwaving and microwave for longer if needed.
Delicious Strawberry Topping for Cheesecake
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of strawberries
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- ½ the juice of a lemon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries and Lemon - Remove the stems from the strawberries and cut them into quarters. Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice from one half into a bowl, removing any seeds. If you are using fresh strawberries, be sure to wash them and the lemon prior to cutting.
- Combine the Ingredients - Add the cut strawberries, lemon juice, cornstarch, sugar and salt to the saucepan.
- Make the Sauce - Heat the saucepan to medium-low heat and gently stir the ingredients. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and the strawberries become soft about ten minutes. Remove from heat and allow it to cool before using it.
- Add this strawberry topping to your favorite cheesecake and you will have a mouthwatering dessert. Try it with a classic New York cheesecake or pour it on some chocolate cheesecake for delicious results.
- This strawberry topping is also great for other desserts. It’s tasty on ice cream, cakes, brownies, waffles, and pancakes. This sauce is versatile and something your whole family will love.
Notes
- When making this sauce, be sure to have the saucepan on medium-low heat. Medium-low heat will help release the flavors and give the sauce a good texture. If your heat is too high, it will overcook your strawberry topping.
- If you don’t have a lemon in hand, you can also use lemon juice. You can use one tablespoon of lemon juice in place of juice from half a lemon. The lemon helps enhance the taste of the strawberry, which makes for an even better sauce.
- This strawberry topping is designed to have chunks of strawberry in it. If you would rather have a smooth sauce, you can break them down with the whisk or a wooden spoon while cooking. Then pour the sauce through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any chunks of strawberry after cooking.
- Another way to get a smooth sauce is to use a blender. Once the sauce has fully cooled, pour it in your blender and puree it until it reaches a smooth consistency. Since the strawberries have already been cooked down, it will not take long for it to become smooth.
- Be sure to allow the strawberry sauce to cool for a few minutes after cooking. Not only will it be too hot to eat, but the sauce will thicken as it cools. Just be sure to take it off the burner you were using to allow it to cool properly.
- It is also important that your cheesecake has completely cooled as well before adding the strawberry sauce. If the cheesecake is still warm, it can cause the strawberry sauce to melt and become runny.
- Strawberry sauce should be stored in an airtight container or jar in the fridge. Strawberry sauce can last in the fridge for up to a week. It can also be stored in the freezer for up to six months.
- You can thaw your strawberry topping in the fridge overnight or warm it up on the stovetop. You can also microwave it on thirty-second intervals until it has thawed out.
- This strawberry sauce can be served warm or cold. To warm it up, simply place it in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave it for 15 seconds. Thoroughly mix the strawberry sauce after microwaving and microwave for longer if needed.
The Perfect Cheesecake Topping
This strawberry sauce is the perfect addition to your cheesecake. You will not only love how good it tastes but also how easy it is to make. This topping is not only great for cheesecakes, but it’s also tasty on many other desserts.
No matter the occasion, cheesecake is always fitting. This strawberry topping will make any cheesecake irresistible. If you tried this strawberry topping, please share your experience making it.
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Karen is a passionate pastry chef who loves to create delicious baked goods. She has been in the culinary arts for over 10 years, honing her skills and perfecting her craft. Karen is known for her creativity and attention to detail, creating unique desserts that bring a smile to everyone’s face. She is always looking for ways to challenge herself and come up with new recipes that are both tasty and visually appealing. Karen loves to experiment with different flavors and textures, and she is committed to providing the highest quality of products to her customers.
