Golden Lemon Sauce
Brighten up your desserts with this luxurious Golden Lemon Sauce—a silky, luscious blend of freshly squeezed lemon juice, tangy zest, and rich butter, all married together to create a perfectly balanced sweet-and-tart topping. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and features a velvety texture thanks to the incorporation of egg yolks and cornstarch. Ideal for drizzling over pound cake, pancakes, waffles, or fresh fruit, this versatile sauce is a must-have for lemon lovers. Whether served warm or chilled, this homemade lemon sauce adds a vibrant, zesty twist that elevates any dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 large egg yolks
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, granulated sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt until smooth and well-combined.
In a separate small cup, mix the water and cornstarch until fully dissolved to create a slurry. Gradually whisk this slurry into the egg yolk mixture.
Slowly add the melted butter into the bowl while whisking continuously to prevent the eggs from curdling.
Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and set it over low to medium heat. Stir constantly with a silicone spatula or whisk to ensure even cooking.
Cook the sauce for about 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens to a creamy, velvety consistency. Do not let the sauce boil, as it could cause it to curdle.
Once thickened, remove the sauce from heat and strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. It can be served warm or chilled, depending on your preference.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently before serving if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
944 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.1 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.2 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 493 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 322 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.3 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 116 mg | 2% | |
*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.
