Strawberry sauce for pancakes
Strawberry sauce for pancakes is a sweet, fruity topping made by simmering fresh or frozen strawberries with sugar and often a touch of lemon juice until thickened into a glossy compote. It's a popular breakfast accompaniment across North America and Europe, transforming simple pancakes into a more indulgent treat.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This sauce is primarily a source of quick energy from carbohydrates, mainly from natural fruit sugars and any added sweeteners. A typical 2-tablespoon serving provides around 50-70 calories, along with some vitamin C and antioxidants from the strawberries, but is low in protein and fat.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 75 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 15 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 30 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Folate | 15 µg |
| Vitamin K | 3 µg |
| Magnesium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
Per 1/4 cup (70 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents a simple, home-style way to elevate a basic breakfast into something special, often associated with weekend brunches. Nutritionally, using ripe, in-season strawberries can maximize the sauce's natural sweetness, potentially reducing the need for added sugar.
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