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This Ridiculously Easy, Fresh Strawberry Coulis pairs deliciously with yogurt, ice cream, cheesecake, chocolate, panna cotta and so much more! It comes together in less than 15 minutes and can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer. On top of all that, there are free printable labels for gifts!
My "go-to" for a dessert sauce for the past few years has been our super easy Raspberry Coulis. It's a perfect sauce to garnish all sorts of desserts and is fabulous for breakfast drizzled over yogurt and topped with our Double Almond Granola. But I thought it would be nice to have another option so when I found some beautiful local strawberries recently, it didn't take long to come up with this Ridiculously Easy Strawberry Coulis.
Super versatile
In addition to being adaptable for so many uses, I love that this Strawberry Coulis can be made on the stovetop or, even easier, in the microwave. It can be stored in the refrigerator or in the freezer. And because of the freezer option, you can enjoy it all year long! See what I mean? Super versatile!
Another way to preserve strawberry season
When fresh strawberry season rolls around, I'm all about making jam. The season is sweet, but way too short, so it's nice to have a way to make it enjoyable all year long. You might laugh, but I'm so "all about it" that we have 5 unique strawberry jam/jelly recipes in the Café archives.
The recipes go from classic Strawberry Freezer Jam to Strawberry Jelly, Strawberry Balsamic Black Pepper Jelly, Strawberry Habanero Pepper Jelly, Strawberry Jalapeño Jam and even a Strawberry Raspberry Lemongrass Jam.
But now there's another delicious way to savor the strawberry season, this Fresh Strawberry Coulis! When the warm days of spring and summer seem a distant memory, you can pull out a jar or bottle of this fabulous sauce and experience the wonderful taste of fresh berries!
What to do with this Ridiculously Easy Strawberry Coulis
Although we mentioned a few things to to with this strawberry coulis, let's check out some others:
- It's fabulous with any type of chocolate dessert like this Swedish Sticky Chocolate Cake.
- It makes a wonderful ice cream sauce.
- Serve it drizzled over fresh fruit for a delicious healthy dessert option.
- Drizzle it over oatmeal topped with fresh blueberries.
- Serve it with pound cake or Bundt cake.
- Swirl it into yogurt for a fresh strawberry-flavored breakfast option.
- Spoon it over these Ridiculously Easy Chocolate Pots de Crème.
- Strawberry Coulis pairs fantastically with lemon. Drizzle it over any Lemon Dessert like this French Lemon Tart or this French Grandmother Lemon Yogurt Cake.
- It makes a delicious topping for panna cotta. We love it as a pretty top layer over the Lemon Rosemary Panna Cotta pictured below (recipe coming up this week!).
Last but not least, this Fresh Strawberry Coulis makes a lovely gift so we've created some pretty labels that are free for the asking.
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So if you see a roadside stand with fresh strawberries or a sign that says "Pick Your Own Strawberries", don't drive by! Pick up a bucket or a few quarts and take 10-15 minutes to make a batch of this delicious Strawberry Coulis. I promise you won't be sorry!
Ridiculously Easy Lemon Rosemary Panna Cotta (recipe coming this week!)
Cafe Tips for making this Ridiculously Easy Strawberry Coulis
- The color and flavor of this Fresh Strawberry coulis will depend on the quality of your strawberries. Look for fresh local berries or store-bought strawberries that are deep red and nicely ripened.
- The coulis will get thicker as it cools. If it's too thick after it has cooled, you can add a bit of water.
- The amount of sugar you'll need for this recipe can vary a bit, depending on the sweetness of your berries. I like to start with a cup and add a little more, if needed. If your berries are super sweet to start with, you could initially go with less and adjust as needed.
- This coulis can be stored for 3-5 days in the refrigerator or 6-9 months in the freezer.
- It's not necessary but I like to strain my coulis through a fine-mesh strainer when it's done for a super smooth sauce.
Thought for the day:
I will praise you, Lord, among the nations;
I will sing of you among the peoples.
For great is your love, higher than the heavens;
your faithfulness reaches to the skies.
Be exalted, O God, above the heavens;
let your glory be over all the earth.
Psalm 108:3-5
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Ridiculously Easy Strawberry Coulis (With Free Printable Labels for Gifts)
Ingredients
- 2 quarts fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar, maybe more
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
To make in the microwave:
- Combine berries, sugar and lemon juice in a large, microwave-safe bowl. Stir well to combine.
- Cook on high power for 1 minute. Remove from the microwave and stir again.
- Repeat the 1 minute in the microwave followed by a good stir 3 more times. The berries should have released a lot of their juice by this time.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor container and blend for 1 minute on high. Taste and add more sugar and/or lemon juice, if needed.
- For a super smooth sauce, strain the coulis through a fine mesh strainer into a clean bowl.
- Chill for at least 3-4 hours in the refrigerator. (The sauce will get thicker as it cools.) Serve and enjoy!
- Chill for at least 3-4 hours in the refrigerator. (The sauce will get thicker as it cools.)
To make on the stovetop:
- Combine berries, sugar and lemon juice in a medium-large saucepan. Stir well to combine.
- Heat over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture comes to a simmer. Simmer for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently or until the berries have released a lot of their juices.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor container and blend for 1 minute on high. Taste and add more sugar and/or lemon juice, if needed.
- For a super smooth sauce, strain the coulis through a fine mesh strainer into a clean bowl.
- Chill for at least 3-4 hours in the refrigerator. (The sauce will get thicker as it cools.) Serve and enjoy!
- The coulis will last for 3-5 days in the refrigerator and for 6-9 months in the freezer.
Notes
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I made this Strawberry Coulis--strained--specifically for my husband, who doesn't eat strawberries because he doesn't like all the tiny seeds. My only modification was to add a pinch of salt (I blame my mom's rule, "A pinch of salt makes everything better"). The first batch was a major success, and since then we've made another batch, frozen it, and sent some to his mother in Summerville, SC.
Two weeks ago, when he brought home a basket of local peaches, I used the same recipe, same simple ingredients, and none of it has made it as far as the freezer or my mother-in-law. Thanks for a great recipe! (Going to try some ice cream with it soon!)
Thanks for the wonderful review, Mary! It's lovely to hear how much you and your family have enjoyed this coulis (straining out the strawberry seeds - now that's love!), and your substitution of fresh peaches sounds absolutely delicious. We so appreciate you taking the time to let us know how well this recipe turned out for you!
Would love to have your labels for the strawberry coulis! Thanks. And thanks for all your great recipes. I have tried over a dozen and they have all been as easy as you say and delicious.
Hi Donna, Thank you for the great review and kind comments! It's encouraging to hear how many Café recipes have turned out well for you - we appreciate you letting us know! The strawberry coulis labels are on the way to your inbox, Enjoy!
Thank you for sharing so many wonderful recipes that incorporate simple household ingredients. Sharing the labels is an unexpected bonus. Double thank you’Dar
So glad you are enjoying the site, Dar! Happy to send the labels your way.
Good Morning Chris, Can you please send the labels for this strawberry coulis and the microwave lemon curd? What great gifts ideas. Thank You So Much. Have a blessed day.
Sure, Coli!
Hi Chris, would love to have the labels for the Strawberry Coulis and the Strawberry Butter. Thank you!
Sure, Sandy!
Hi Sandy, the labels could not be delivered. It says they were blocked due to spam content. You may need to update you email settings.
Can I please have the labels for this strawberry coulis and the microwave lemon curd? Thank you!
Sure, Suzanne!
This looks, and sounds amazing! May I have the printable labels please. Thank you. Blessings!
I MADE THIS STRAWBERRY COULIS AND LOVED IT. THINKING OF ADDING IT TO THE BASKET I MAKE AT CHRISTMAS TO GIVE TO FRIENDS. WOULD LOVE TO HAVE THE PRINTED LABEL.
THANKYOU.
HELEN RYDUCHA
Thanks, Helen! Happy to send the labels.
Sounds great! Can I get the Strawberry Coulis labels? Thank you!
Sure, Bonnie!
Looks delicious! May I please have the labels? Thank you.
Sending them your way, Sheila!
Would love to have the labels! Thank you very much.
Sending them your way, Caryn!
Please, Please, Please send the PDF for the printable labels for Strawberry Coulis....sounds delicious, can't wait to make it!! Thank you
Sending them your way, Susie!
I can't wait to get home to try this coulis, it sounds amazing!! Could you send me the labels, thank you!
Sure, Linda!
This is aa easy and as excellent at the Raspberry Coulis. It is interesting how such a small addition can elevate the presentation of dessert.
Is there anyway I could use the solids after I strain the Coulis?
Hi Sheila, there may be a way to use the solids but I haven't tried that. I do strain and push on the solids till there's not much left.
Could I have labels please, for the Strawberry Coulis and the Strawberry Butter? Thank you!
Sure, Candice!
Would love to make this but need diabetic friendly sweetener....any suggestions?
Hi Debbie, I haven't tried this recipe with low sugar alternatives but I would try monk fruit and see how it goes. I've heard good reports about monk fruit.
Please send the label for the strawberry coulis. Thanks
I would like to have the labels for the strawberry coulis. Thanks!
Sending them your way, Camilla!
I have to say, your wonderful recipes keep me busy in the summer making all the wonderful food gifts you suggest. And, as usual, I would love to have the beautiful labels, too. Thank you.
That's great, DoLee! Sending them your way.
Thank you for this recipe. My strawberries will be ready soon and cant wait to prepare this as Hello Spring gifts for friends and family. Would love to have a pdf of the labels. B. Fischer
Sending them your way, Barbara!
Will try this as soon as the berries look good! May I have the label PDF please? I love receiving your emails.
So glad to hear that, Renee! We are happy to send the labels.
Hi there,
Can you tell me if the "coulis" is better stored in a bottle or jar?
I would love you to send the label pdf for me as well
Glynis
Hi Glynis, either one works well! We are happy to send the labels.
Hello,
Could you please send me the labels for the strawberry coulis.It looks yummy!Thanks!
Karen
Sure, Karen!
Hi. I’m on my second batch of strawberry coulis. So good. May I have the pdf for the labels please.
Awesome! Sending them now, Katie!
Chris I didn’t get the labels could u please try resending
Appreciate it!!!! Love your site
Sure, Patty!
Made your strawberry Jam last week, easy peasy and delicious
May I have the label for the Strawberry Coulis
Thank u
So happy you enjoyed the jam, Patty. Sending the coulis labels now.
Excited to try this. May try to can with the addition of a few drops of color to compensate for the color lost. Nothing to lose here. Please send labels,
Cindy
That's a great idea, Cindy. Happy to send the labels!
Could I have the PDF labels for the strawberry coulis? Just made it for weekend guests after picking in the fields. Thank you!
That's great, Peggy! Sending them your way.
I love this recipe and paN to make some for friends. Would you send the labels to print?
Thanks, Rhoda! Sending the labels your way.
Hi Rhoda, the labels could not be delivered. Could there be an error in your email address?
Please send me your wonderful labels
Hi Rose, the labels could not be delivered. Could there be an error in your email address?
Delicious! I will make more for the freezer. Pls send the labels as I intend to share this amazing recipe
Please send the labels. Thanks
Sure, Dotti!
Would love the label PDF for the strawberry coulis! Thank you!
Sure, Janie!
Great hostess gift idea! I’m going to stock my freezer this strawberry season. Please send the label link. Thank you!
Sending them your way, Deb!
Can this be canned like jam? Would prefer to can rather than freeze if able. Thank you. Love your recepies!
Please send labels.
Hi Susie, I'm afraid if you can it with a hot water bath the color will be really dulled by the heat.
Always love your recipes . . . they are easy, quick and colorful and look marvelous. I would love the Strawberry Coulis ID tags. Also enjoy your "Thought for the Day" taken from the Bible. Thank you!
Dianne
Thanks, Dianne! Sending the labels your way.
Thank you for having PDF labels for the strawberry coulis! I would love to have some!
Sure, Kathy!
I would like to the pdf....thanks
I would like to the pdf....thanks
Sending them your way, Geeta!
Hi Chris,I am resending my email address for the PDF.Hope it works this time!Thank you
Just sent them again, Sandy!
Would love to have these lovely labels, thank you in advance.
Sure, Dianne!
Thanks for the recipe! I would like to receive the free PDF labels.
Sending them your way, Yamitt!
May I please have the PDF label. I'm going to make Ricotta Bundt cake and serve it with strawberries and strawberry coulis.Thank you so much.Really look forward to my emails with your recipes! Thank you .
Yum! So glad you are enjoying the recipes, Sandy! Sending the labels your way.
Hi Sandy, the labels could not be delivered. Could there be an error in your email address?
May I have some of your pretty labels,please?
Of course, Maggie!
Hello, Strawberry season is soon approaching our area. I would love to make this recipe and use the labels for my jars. Thank you for providing these.
Enjoy, Patti!
I would really like to have the free PDF
Sending them your way, Bunny!
What a great idea. I would love the labels too
Sending them your way, Rikke!
The recipe says 32 servings. How much is a serving? 2 T? 1/4 cup? 1/2 cup? It would be helpful for knowing how many cups the recipe actually makes to know whether to make the full recipe, half, doubled, etc. Thank you!
Hi Laurie, if you check in the recipe card under NUTRITION, you'll see that each serving is 2 tablespoons.
May I please have the labels for the strawberry coulis?
Sending them your way, Nancy!
Please send strawberry coulis lables. Hope to make the coulis tomorrow. Thank you.
I would like to have the labels. Thank you.
Sending them your way, Terry!
Can you use frozen berries in this recipe. If so does anything change in recipe?
Hi Gay, frozen strawberries have so much more liquid, the sauce will be a lot thinner so you may need to cook it longer. Sadly, if you cook it longer, you will lose some of the vibrant color but it will still be delicious.
Hi! Could you please send me the 2 different size labels in PDF form? I had to have you re-send them that way, for the wonderful, awesome Quinoa Pecan Brittle (best ever stuff!). Also, a question about this recipe. Do I need special freezer jars for making the freezer version, so the glass jars don’t break from expansion? I remember, as a child, my mom always used special freezer jars, but I’m not sure they even make those anymore? Cannot thank you enough for that fabulous Quinoa Pecan Brittle. We ate it all before we could box it up and add the ribbon and label, for our neighbor recovering from extensive foot/ankle surgery. But, we’re going to try again, and see if he gets some this time!
Hi Carlos, we are happy to send the labels. We always use glass jars for the freezer version. If you leave a little space at the top of the jar it gives it room to expand and we've never had a problem. Enjoy!
Please send the recipe for strawberry pepper jam. Thanks
Sure, Cheryl!
Please send me the strawberry Corliss labels. Thank you so very much for the delicious recipe and labels!
Sure, Jeanne!
Could you please send me the labels I want to try this as soon as strawberries are ready.
Sending them your way, Beverly!
That looks absolutely divine. Please send me the pdf's. Thank you and God bless you.
Thanks, Michelle! Sending them your way.
Please send me the strawberry Corliss labels. Thank you for the delicious recipe & the labels
Sending them your way, Lynette!
I'd love the printable labels, too. Thank you very much.
Sure, Linda!
Please send the labels!It looks yummy!Thanks so much!
Sure, Karen!
Thanks in advance for sending the labels! You are always so generous with your talent!! Caron
Thank you for the kind comment, Caron! Sending the labels your way.
Looks delightful!
Please send labels.
Thank you!
Sure, Dianne!
Hello, I’m going to make these for a Bible study luncheon for gifts, may I have the labels please? Thank you!
They will be so surprised! Sending the labels your way, Laurel!
Would be much appreciated if you would send me the labels of the strawberry coulis. Many thanks, Lindy
You're welcome, Lindy! Happy to send the labels.
Just wondering if recipe can be doubled and how much coulis does recipe make.Would love to know where you can purchase pictured jars. Thank you
Hi Sandy, the recipe makes about 4 cups of coulis. And yes, you could double the recipe. The taller jars can be purchased on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3Ukadtm
The round, squat jars can be purchased here: https://weckjars.com/product/902-deco-jar/
Hello! I’d love to have the labels, please. Thank you.
You're welcome, Mary! They're on the way.
This sounds wonderful. I'll start with drilling on pound cake and go from there.
Please send the labels.
Yum, delish! Happy to send the labels, Eileen!
Hi, ladies! I'm a little slow here, so happy Monday!
I'd love the labels, please, and thanks.
No problem, Terry! Sending them now.
The strawberries are ready to be picked and I can't wait to give this as a gift to some of my teacher friends. Could you please send me the labels? I would very much appreciate it!! Thank you!
Perfect timing! Sending the labels now.
Please forward labels. Thanks!
Sending them now, Bonnie!
Please send the printable labels. Thank you’
Sure, happy to send them, Carolyn!
I am looking forward to making
this! I would love to have the labels as well. Thank you!
Hi Sandy, they will be in your email shortly. Enjoy!
Hi Sandy, just tried to send the labels but the email was returned. Perhaps you typed an incorrect email?
As soon as Strawberry Season starts I'm going to try some of these recipes. They all look amazing!!
Can you please send me the printable labels.
Thank you!!
Hope you enjoy them, Christine. Sending the labels now.
Love this recipe. Please send small size labels for printing!
jbrothbaum327@aol.com
Thank you!
Bobbi
They're coming your way, Bobbi!
Hello! Thank you for the recipe. May I please get the printable labels? Thank you, I appreciate it.
You're welcome, JM! Sending the labels now.
May I please have the labels? Thank you!
Strawberries are not in season in Jerusalem Israel where I live , but when they are in season I look forward to sticking up so that I can make the recipe in quantity..
I would love to have the printable labels. Thank you
Greetings all the way to Jerusalem, Rachel! Sending the labels now.
Sure, happy to send them, Sheila!
One of your previous comments suggested putting it on French toast!. That will be the first thing I do!
Please send me the labelsđź’•
Yes, that sounds wonderful! Sending the labels your way!
Please send me the beautiful labels. I love that I can save this in the freezer. I'm going to use it with a French toast breakfast casserole.
Thank you, Rosi
That will be delicious! Happy to send the labels, Rosi!
Thanks for this recipe! I'd love the labels, please! Thank you!
You're welcome, Elena! Sending them your way!
I would like the labels, please!
Sure, sending them your way, Nancy!
Please send the label pdf. It looks delicious!
Thank you!
Hi Laura, happy to send them. Hope you enjoy it!
Great recipe! I’ll freeze some too❤️
Thanks, Kathy! It will freeze well. Sending the labels!
Would love to have the labels for the strawberry coulis. Thanks
Sure, they'll be in your email shortly, Linda!
Please send me the labels for the Strawberry Coulis. thank you!
You're welcome, Sarah, sending them now.
I love your cousins recipes! Please send the labels. Thank you!
Thanks, Barb! That's a good name. Sending the labels your way.
Yes, please send me the labels for this Strawberry Coulis. Looks delicious!
Hope you enjoy it, Jane! Just sent the labels.
So happy to see this recipe. Always so wonderful to have on hand! I have the jars, please send me the labels!
Best,
Sandy
Perfect! Sending them your way, Sandy!
I would love the labels please!
Sure, sending them now, Laurie!
Please send labels
Hi Cheryl, just sent them!
Please send printable labels. Thanks so much
Hi Beverly, sending them your way!
Please send the PDF of the Strawberry Coulis Labels... thx so much!!
You're welcome, Sparky! They're on the way!
Free printable labels for strawberry coulis
Sure, sending them now, Debra!
I’m about to give it try this week ….looks delicious which I’m sure it is .
Hi Michael, sending the labels. Hope you enjoy the coulis!
Your delicious recipes and labels make for wonderful gifts! Kindly send me the pdf for the labels please.
Thank you, Kathy! I enjoy making them! Sending them your way!
Please send the small strawberry Coulis label
Please send the large strawberry coulis label
Sure, sending them now, Net!
Strawberry season will soon be upon us. Has been a bit cold and rainy here in California, so they are late this year, but am excited to have this recipe on hand when the local stand opens. May I have the labels, please.
Happy to send the labels, DoLee! Hope the strawberries show up soon!