Macerated Strawberries
Transform simple strawberries into a luscious, flavor-packed treat with this quick and easy recipe for macerated strawberries. By combining fresh, juicy strawberries with a touch of granulated sugar, bright lemon juice, and optional vanilla extract, these berries release their natural juices to create a sweet, tangy syrup that adds a burst of freshness to any dish. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and ideal for desserts, breakfast, or snacking, macerated strawberries are the perfect topping for ice cream, yogurt, pancakes, or waffles. With no cooking involved, this versatile recipe is a must-have for strawberry lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh strawberries
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Wash the strawberries thoroughly under cool running water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Remove the green stems from the strawberries using a small knife or a hulling tool.
Slice the strawberries into quarters or halves, depending on your desired size, and place them in a mixing bowl.
Sprinkle the granulated sugar over the strawberries evenly.
Add the lemon juice to the bowl. If using, stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
Gently toss the strawberries with a spoon or spatula to coat them evenly in the sugar and lemon juice.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and let the strawberries sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Alternatively, place them in the refrigerator and allow them to macerate for up to 4 hours.
After macerating, the strawberries will release their natural juices, creating a flavorful syrup. Stir the strawberries once more before serving.
Serve the macerated strawberries over ice cream, yogurt, pancakes, waffles, or enjoy them as is.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.7 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 742 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
