Heart-Healthy Classic Cherry Sauce
Elevate your dishes with this 'Heart-Healthy Classic Cherry Sauce,' a delightful twist on a traditional favorite that puts wellness front and center. Made from fresh, pitted cherries and naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup, this recipe is filled with wholesome flavor while steering clear of refined sugars. A hint of cinnamon and a splash of vanilla extract add depth and warmth, while lemon juice brightens every bite. Thickened with a simple cornstarch slurry, this quick and easy sauce is ready in just 25 minutes and serves as the perfect topping for desserts, breakfast dishes, or even savory meals. With only heart-healthy ingredients at its core, this cherry sauce is a versatile masterpiece you'll want to make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh cherries, pitted
- 120 ml water
- 60 ml pure maple syrup
- 15 ml fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 30 ml cold water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cherries thoroughly and remove the pits.
In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted cherries, 120 ml of water, and pure maple syrup.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and let the cherry mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the cherries to soften.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 30 ml of cold water, stirring until completely dissolved.
Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan and stir well to incorporate, ensuring the sauce thickens evenly.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
Continue to cook the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes until it reaches your desired consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the cherry sauce cool slightly.
Serve warm or refrigerate for later use. The sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
509 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.4 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1265 mg | 27% | |
*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.
