Perfect Balsamic Roasted Strawberries Recipe Easy Ice Cream Topping
A quick and easy recipe for balsamic roasted strawberries that make a delicious, tangy-sweet topping perfect for vanilla or chocolate ice cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Total Time: 25-28 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) balsamic vinegar (preferably aged)
- 2 tablespoons (25 g) granulated sugar
- Zest of one lemon
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Hull and halve about 1 pound (450 g) of fresh strawberries and place them in a medium mixing bowl.
- Add 2 tablespoons (30 ml) balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons (25 g) granulated sugar, lemon zest, a pinch of black pepper, and vanilla extract if using. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Spread the coated strawberries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 15 to 18 minutes until the berries soften and release their juices but do not turn to mush, forming a glossy syrupy coating.
- Remove from oven and let cool for about 5 minutes to thicken the topping.
- Serve warm or at room temperature over your favorite ice cream.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming the berries. Use ripe but firm strawberries to prevent mushy texture. Use aged balsamic vinegar with syrupy consistency for best flavor. Let the topping rest after roasting to thicken. If syrup is too thin, reduce further in oven or on stovetop; if too thick, stir in a teaspoon of water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 12
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
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