Homemade Apricot Sauce
Brighten up your dishes with this irresistible Homemade Apricot Sauce, crafted from fresh, juicy apricots and a touch of sugar for just the right balance of sweetness. Infused with a hint of vanilla and a splash of tangy lemon juice, this silky-smooth sauce is incredibly versatile, pairing beautifully with everything from pancakes and waffles to yogurt, ice cream, or even savory grilled meats. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make fruit sauce is simmered to perfection and blended for a luscious consistency, making it an ideal way to enjoy the vibrant flavors of summer all year round. Plus, it's refrigerator-friendly for up to two weeks, ensuring you always have a delicious topping on hand.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh apricots
- 100 grams sugar
- 125 milliliters water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Wash and pit the apricots, then cut them into quarters. You should have about 500 grams of apricot flesh.
In a medium saucepan, combine the apricots, sugar, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Reduce the heat to low and let the apricots cook for about 15 minutes, or until they are very soft and begin to break down.
Using a hand blender, puree the apricot mixture directly in the saucepan until you achieve a smooth consistency. Alternatively, you can transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
Stir in the lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
Cook the sauce for an additional 5 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the apricot sauce cool to room temperature.
Transfer the apricot sauce to a clean jar or container and store it in the refrigerator. The sauce can be kept for up to two weeks.
Serve the apricot sauce over your favorite desserts, pancakes, waffles, or even as a glaze for grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 150 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.7 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 146.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1322 mg | 28% | |
*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.
