Balsamic Roasted Strawberries with 3 ingredients -- sweet strawberries, tangy balsamic vinegar, and rich maple syrup -- roast in the oven into a jammy, saucy topping for ice cream, Whipped Ricotta, or Orange Angel Food Cake.
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- Delicious way to bring out the sweetness of the strawberries, even if they're a little overripe or out of season.
- The flavor combination of tangy balsamic vinegar and sweet strawberries is insanely delicious
- Easy recipe that's incredibly versatile -- it makes a great breakfast, appetizer, or dessert
Ingredients
See recipe card at the bottom of this post for the full list of ingredients and exact amounts.
Fresh strawberries. Don't worry if don't have perfectly ripe strawberries. This strawberry sauce recipe is a great way to sweeten up overripe strawberries or less than flavorful strawberries even when it isn't strawberry season.
Maple syrup. A drizzle of pure maple syrup adds even more sweetness to liven up 'meh' strawberries.
Balsamic vinegar. If you have a bottle of good-quality aged balsamic vinegar, use it here. There are only a few simple ingredients, so the flavor of each one is more pronounced.
Salt. A pinch of salt enhances the sweet flavor of the strawberries. Try a twist of freshly cracked black pepper, too!
How to Make Balsamic Roasted Strawberries
Step 1: Place halved strawberries on a baking sheet. Add maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, and salt. Toss until coated. Arrange strawberries in a single layer.
Step 2: Roast in preheated oven at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes, tossing once halfway through.
Serving Suggestions
- Breakfast. Add to yogurt parfaits or PB&J Overnight Oats, or spoon over Banana Pancakes with Pancake Mix
- Appetizer. Serve on top of toasted crostini with whipped feta, with baked brie and crackers, or even on a Caprese salad with fresh basil
- Dessert. Serve with simple pound cake, strawberry shortcake, Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream, or this delicious Lemon Angel Food Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Filling.
Expert Tips
- Arrange strawberries in a single layer on the baking sheet to allow for even roasting.
- Toss the strawberries once halfway through roasting to ensure they get evenly coated with the syrup.
- Roasting adds sweetness to out-of-season strawberries and is a perfect way to use up overripe strawberries.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, definitely! As strawberries roast, the flavors concentrate and become more intense. The balsamic vinegar and maple syrup bring out the sweetness even further, which is why this strawberry sauce is such a great recipe for out-of-season strawberries that aren't as sweet.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for up to 4 months.
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📖 Recipe
Balsamic Roasted Strawberries
Ingredients
- 16 ounces strawberries, halved
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- dash of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350. Cut the tops off the strawberries, then cut them in half.
- Place halved strawberries on a baking sheet. Drizzle maple syrup and balsamic vinegar over the strawberries. Add a dash of salt and toss until coated. Arrange strawberries in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing once, halfway through.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Notes
- Arrange strawberries in a single layer on the baking sheet to allow for even roasting.
- Toss the strawberries once halfway through roasting to ensure they get evenly coated with the syrup.
- Roasting adds sweetness to out-of-season strawberries and is a perfect way to use up overripe strawberries.
Kayla Farr says
I made this the other night for dessert. The roasted strawberries were delicious. I didn’t have any pepitas so I threw on some glazed pecans. It was fabulous. Highly recommend it and I will make it again!
Cara Lanz says
Thank you, I'm so glad you liked it! The glazed pecans sound delish -- I'll have to try that next time :).