Elegant Raspberry Sauce
Transform your desserts and savory dishes with this *Elegant Raspberry Sauce*, a vibrant and versatile recipe brimming with fresh, tangy flavor. Crafted from just five simple ingredients—luscious raspberries, a touch of sugar, zesty lemon juice, water, and optional butter for added richness—this sauce is quick to prepare in just 15 minutes. The recipe offers the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, with the option to strain for a delightfully smooth finish free of seeds. Serve it warm or chilled to elevate anything from creamy cheesecake to fluffy pancakes, or pair it with roasted meats for a sophisticated, fruity twist. This raspberry sauce is a must-try for any occasion and keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to a week, making it as convenient as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon unsalted butter (optional, for added richness)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the raspberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, gently stirring to dissolve the sugar.
Continue to simmer the mixture for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the raspberries break down and the sauce thickens slightly.
Optional: For a silky-smooth texture, use a fine-mesh sieve to strain the sauce into a bowl, pressing the solids with a spatula to extract all the liquid. Discard the seeds.
If using, whisk in the unsalted butter until fully melted and incorporated for a touch of extra richness.
Let the sauce cool slightly before serving, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Serve warm or chilled over your favorite desserts or savory dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.5 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.4 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 388 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
