Strawberry Topping for Cheesecake

Strawberry Topping for Cheesecake

A quick berry compote that tastes as fresh as can be, 3-ingredient Strawberry Topping is delicious spooned over cheesecake, ice cream, or a buttery biscuit fresh from the oven.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 88kcal

Author Meggan Hill

Ingredients

1 pound strawberries washed, hulled and sliced, (about 3 cups whole, see note 1)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

In a small pot over medium heat, combine the strawberries and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low heat and simmer for 20 minutes, whisking occasionally. Add vanilla, stir to combine, and remove from heat.

Notes

Strawberries: Fresh or frozen, whatever looks better at the store. And you can apply this recipe to other berries, too.
Yield: One recipe makes about 1 cup of topping.
Make ahead: Strawberry Topping can be made several days ahead and refrigerated until you need it.
Storage: Refrigerate in a sealed container.
Freezing: Strawberry topping freezes really well for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
Other fruit: Feel free to substitute other berries for the strawberries. Blueberries, raspberries, blackberries are all delightful once gently simmered into a sweet sauce.

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