Fruit Sparkle Sauce
Elevate your desserts, breakfasts, or snacks with this vibrant and versatile Fruit Sparkle Sauce! Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries and blueberries, this quick and easy recipe perfectly balances fruity flavors with a splash of tangy orange juice, a touch of honey, and a hint of zesty lemon. Thickened to the ideal, pourable consistency with a cornstarch slurry, this luscious sauce is ready in just 15 minutes, making it a must-have for busy households. Enjoy it warm or chilled drizzled over pancakes, yogurt, ice cream, or even as a dipping sauce for fresh fruit platters. With its radiant color, fresh ingredients, and all-natural sweetness, this homemade fruit sauce is both a visual and flavorful treat perfect for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh strawberries (hulled and chopped)
- 1 cup Fresh blueberries
- 0.5 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest (grated)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until fully dissolved. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries, blueberries, and orange juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the fruit begins to soften, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the honey, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Reduce the heat to low and slowly pour in the cornstarch mixture. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat. If a smoother texture is preferred, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until smooth.
Let the sauce cool slightly before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
247 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 496 mg | 11% | |
*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.
