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Strawberry Coulis

Published: Feb 12, 2020 by Marcellina

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This homemade strawberry coulis recipe uses just 3 ingredients. It's perfect for desserts and so much more.

You'll love this strawberry topping on desserts, cakes and in fruity, breakfast bowls.

a spoon full of strawberry sauce being poured into a white jug.

There is nothing like picking your own strawberries. Warm from the sun, fresh picked strawberries have the best flavour. Preserve that flavour by cooking the strawberries with a bit of sugar. Like my strawberry jam recipe,  this super simple strawberry coulis is bursting with sweet, strawberry flavour!

Table of Contents

  • 1 You will only need 3 ingredients for this sauce recipe.
  • 2 Can I use frozen strawberries?
  • 3 How to make Strawberry Coulis.
  • 4 What if I don't have an immersion blender?
  • 5 Can this coulis be frozen?
  • 6 Uses for this sweet coulis.
  • 7 Recipe
  • 8 Strawberry Coulis Recipe

You will only need 3 ingredients for this sauce recipe.

The ingredients you will need for this coulis are exactly the same as the jam. However the ratios are different and cooking time is way less. You will need:

  1. Strawberries
  2. Sugar
  3. Lemon juice 

Can I use frozen strawberries?

Absolutely! In fact, when I made this strawberry coulis I used a combination of fresh and frozen because that's what I had. Frozen strawberries could contain more liquid and in the case you wouldn't need to add the water to thin the coulis.

a lemon, a bowl of strawberries and a bowl of white sugar

How to make Strawberry Coulis.

Making this sweet sauce is a breeze. In 20 minutes, you will have the kitchen filled with the heady fragrance of strawberries.

  • Hull and chop the strawberries.
  • Cook in a saucepan with sugar and lemon juice until softened.
  • Puree with immersion blender.
  • For a really smooth sauce - pass through a sieve.

And that's it!

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What if I don't have an immersion blender?

If you don't have an immersion blender you could one of 3 things.

  1. Simply crush the strawberries with a potato masher for a chunky sauce.
  2. Wait until the sauce has cooled and puree it in a stand blender or food processor.
  3. Push the softened strawberries mixture through a sieve.
a spoon full of strawberry sauce being poured into a white jug viewed from above.

Can this coulis be frozen?

This delicious strawberry sauce can be frozen for later. Freeze in smaller quantities so that you can just remove the amount that you want. Defrost in the microwave or on the stovetop over gentle heat. The solids and liquids may separate a little so stir well to combine.

Uses for this sweet coulis.

Try this luscious sauce on-

  • ice cream
  • miniature pancakes
  • waffles
  • cake - vanilla or chocolate
  • yogurt and granola
  • panna cotta

Or just eat it by the spoonful!

glass bowl of vanilla ice cream with strawberry coulis on top; white jug in the background with a dribble of coulis on the jug.

Strawberry Coulis is a simple and quick recipe that delivers plenty of strawberry flavour. Make a batch today to liven up all your desserts and lots more.

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Recipe

Strawberry Coulis Recipe

This homemade Strawberry Coulis recipe uses just 3 ingredients. It’s perfect for desserts and so much more.
5 from 51 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
Servings:8 servings
Author: Marcellina

Equipment

  • Immersion blender or benchtop blender

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (500g) strawberries fresh or frozen
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Lemon rind in a long strip optional
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Instructions

  • Hull strawberries (cut the green leaves off) and cut into 4 or 8 depending on size.
  • Place all ingredients in a medium saucepan and set over medium heat and bring to a simmer.
  • Stir regularly to dissolve sugar.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes or until strawberries are softened. It will be liquidy from the juices of the strawberries and the dissolved sugar.
  • Remove the rind. Then use an immersion blender (stick blender) to puree.
  • If too thick, adjust with a spoonful or two of water until the desired consistency.
  • Pass through a sieve for an extra smooth coulis or use as is.
  • Refrigerate and use within 4 days. Or freeze for later use.
Tried this recipe? Give it a star rating and leave a comment below!

Nutritional Estimate Per Serving

Calories: 69kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional Disclaimer

Nutritional information is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. For accurate results, it is recommended that the nutritional information be calculated based on the ingredients and brands you use.

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  1. Caroline

    July 10, 2023 at 1:53 am

    5 stars
    Great recipe ! Fast , easy and delicious.

    Thank you ! 💐

    Reply
    • Marcellina

      July 10, 2023 at 7:48 am

      I'm thrilled you enjoyed it, Caroline!

      Reply
  2. Danielle

    June 23, 2023 at 12:45 pm

    I’d like the make this as a topping for mini cheesecakes, but I want a thick, almost jelly-like substance. Could I add cornstarch to make this happen, or gelatine? If so, how much?

    Reply
    • Marcellina

      June 23, 2023 at 1:35 pm

      Since you're topping cheesecakes, I would thicken the strawberry coulis with gelatine. Make the strawberry coulis. Then sprinkle 1 teaspoon of gelatin powder over a tablespoon of cold water in a small cup or bowl. Stir then let it stand about 2-3 minutes or until the gelatin has become soft and spongy. Stir the gelatin mixture into the warm strawberry coulis. If it doesn't dissolve heat it gently over low heat until it's completely dissolved. Don't boil the gelatine at any time. Allow the strawberry coulis to cool to room temperature. If there is any foam, skim it off. Once at room temperature, you can pour this over the mini cheesecakes. Refrigerate until set. Enjoy!

      Reply
  3. Ann Cassar

    December 18, 2022 at 5:24 pm

    5 stars
    Excellent recipe, simple and practical yet provides all the information needed for a yummy way to use up those strawberries still lurking in my freezer.

    Reply
    • Marcellina

      December 18, 2022 at 10:00 pm

      Thanks for your great feedback, Ann!

      Reply
  4. Daniella

    April 30, 2022 at 11:07 pm

    In cups, how much does this recipe make?

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    • Marcellina

      May 01, 2022 at 7:10 am

      Hi Daniella! This strawberry coulis recipe will make approximately 2 cups. Hope that helps.

      Reply
  5. Kristin

    February 13, 2022 at 4:01 am

    5 stars
    Love this recipe I’ve made it a few times. I’ve frozen it before but can you can this also?

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    • Marcellina

      February 13, 2022 at 7:39 am

      Hi Kristin, I have never canned my strawberry coulis but reading around on the internet it seems that it is possible. If you have canned before, I don't think it would be a lot of trouble. Hope that helps.

      Reply
  6. Frank Fariello

    February 26, 2020 at 10:30 pm

    I love the simplicity of this sauce! I can see many different uses for it.

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    • Marcellina

      March 05, 2020 at 4:12 pm

      Frank, this is so simple that I keep frozen strawberries just for this sauce. I particularly love it on my morning yogurt.

      Reply
  7. David Scott Allen

    February 16, 2020 at 7:21 am

    Hi Marcellina! You came to the rescue! I am making an angel food cake for dessert tomorrow and I wanted a berry sauce! Strawberries are in our market now so I am making this to go with my cake! Yay!

    Reply
  8. Kelly | Foodtasia

    February 14, 2020 at 5:15 am

    5 stars
    What a beautiful sauce! And so bright and tasty! I would love to drizzle some over ice cream!

    Reply
    • Marcellina

      February 14, 2020 at 6:35 pm

      I've also been loving it over my breakfast yogurt!

      Reply
  9. JANE

    February 13, 2020 at 7:44 am

    500g is what ?? in U.S.A. i ENJOY READING YOUR RECIPES AND WILL TRY THIS SAUCE.

    Reply
    • Marcellina

      February 13, 2020 at 8:35 am

      Hi Jane, 500g is about 1lb. If you click US Customary in the recipe card, you will see the conversion. Thanks so much for reading. It is lovely to hear from you xx

      Reply
  10. Jeff the Chef

    February 13, 2020 at 1:32 am

    What a vibrant sauce! I love its color. And it's simplicity. And I'm sure it's delicious.

    Reply
    • Marcellina

      February 13, 2020 at 8:36 am

      Yes, I love the colour. All depends on how ripe your strawberries are though, I suppose. Sure is easy but so delicious!

      Reply
    • Susan

      April 28, 2023 at 12:01 am

      Strawberries are notorious for changing color when heated, even when fully ripe. They get that weird brownish red tinge, that Ive found can only be fixed by adding gel food coloring. I wonder how this color is so vibrant (besides photo editing)??

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      • Marcellina

        April 28, 2023 at 8:18 am

        Susan, you may not be aware that lemon juice or any acid for that matter (together with sugar) preserves the color of strawberries. How do you think strawberry jams and jellies retain their color?

        Reply

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