Lemon Dessert Sauce for Two
Brighten up your desserts with this luscious Lemon Dessert Sauce for Two, a tangy-sweet topping that's perfect for adding a zesty twist to any treat. Made with freshly squeezed lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, and a hint of vanilla, this simple recipe delivers a beautifully balanced sauce in just 10 minutes. The creamy texture comes from a single egg yolk, tempered to perfection, while unsalted butter adds a silky richness. Whether drizzled over pound cake, swirled onto ice cream, or served alongside fresh fruit, this small-batch lemon sauce is an effortless way to elevate your dessert game with bold citrus flavor. Enjoy it warm or chilled—it's a versatile, elegant finish for intimate occasions.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 large egg yolk
- 0.25 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, and granulated sugar.
Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and stir until the sugar has dissolved completely.
Add the butter and stir until melted and fully incorporated.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk until smooth.
Slowly temper the egg yolk by adding a small amount of the warm lemon mixture to the yolk, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
Gradually pour the tempered yolk mixture back into the saucepan, stirring constantly.
Continue to cook the sauce over medium-low heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon (approximately 2-3 minutes). Do not let it boil.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. It can be served warm or chilled.
Drizzle over your favorite dessert and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
264 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.6 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 216 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 150 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 61 mg | 1% | |
*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.
