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. Recipe created by Tracey of The Naked Diabetic
If you love strawberries but want to keep things on the lighter side, this sugar free strawberry sauce is about to become a staple in your kitchen. It’s bright, fruity, naturally sweet, and takes only a few minutes to make. The best part? You can customize the sweetness and thickness exactly the way you like it, no sugar needed!
Ingredients List
- Frozen Strawberries
- Splenda Granulated Sweetener
- Cornstarch
- Lemon Juice
- Salt
Special Equipment
Medium-Sized Saucepan
How to Make Sugar Free Strawberry Sauce
1 – Place the frozen strawberries into a saucepan.
2 – Add 2/3 cup of water, sweetener and salt, and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently.
3 – In a small bowl, combine cornstarch with 2 ybsp of water. Whisk it so that there are no lumps.
4 – Bring the strawberry mixture to a rolling boil.
5 – Stir in the cornstarch mix, and when well mixed, remove the pan from the heat.
6 – Allow the sauce to cool well for at least 2 hours before serving. The sauce will thicken while cooling.
Sugar Free Strawberry Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups Frozen Strawberries
- 1/3 cup Splenda Granulated Sweetener
- 1/3 cup Water
- 1 tsp Lemon Juice
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Warm Water
Instructions
- In a medium sized saucepan, add strawberries, lemon juice, 1/3 cup of water and Splenda.
- Cook over medium heat, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and mash to the desired consistency with a potato masher.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and warm water
- Add the cornstarch mixture to the strawberries and mix well.
- Simmer for about 5 minutes and then remove the pan from the heat,
- Allow the sauce tocool for at least 2 hours. The sauce will thicken while cooling.
Notes
- The final amount of sauce depends on how much you mash the strawberries.
- Typically, you can expect roughly 1.5 cups of sauce (24 tbsp), containing 1.7grams of net carbs per tbsp. resulting in approximately
Nutrition
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This easy sugar-free strawberry sauce is sweet, fresh, and perfect for drizzling over our Sugar Free Classic Cheesecake, ice cream, pancakes, or yogurt. It’s made with simple ingredients, takes just minutes to prepare, and is completely diabetic-friendly.
Tips and FAQs
Using Fresh Strawberries
If using fresh strawberries, you may need to add a little extra water. Add a small amount at a time until you achieve the desired consistency.
Sweetener Substitutions
I use Splenda granulated whenever possible as it does not negatively impact my blood sugar. I find that sweeteners that contain sugar alcohols cause my blood sugar to rise. If this is not a concern for you, or you have a preferred sweetener, feel free to make substitutions that suit your preferences and dietary needs. Keep in mind that substituting the sweetener may change the overall nutritional information.
Storing Instructions
Store sugar-free strawberry sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir before using. If it has thickened too much for your liking, add a tablespoon or two of water.
Freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months and fully thaw and stir before serving.
Serving Ideas
- Sugar-free cheesecake topping.
- Drizzled over Sugar Free Ice Cream.
- Pancakes, waffles, or crepes in place of syrup.
- Yogurt, cottage cheese, or oatmeal mix-ins.
- Low-carb desserts and parfait topping.
If you love strawberry toppings but want to avoid sugar, this homemade sugar free strawberry sauce is for you. This easy recipe proves you don’t need sugar to enjoy a sweet, fruity topping. Once you try it, you’ll want to keep a batch in your fridge at all times
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