Lemon Sauce for Crazy Gingerbread
Brighten up your holiday table with this luscious Lemon Sauce for Crazy Gingerbread! This silky-smooth sauce combines the zesty tang of fresh lemon juice and zest with a hint of sweetness, perfectly balancing the warm, spiced flavors of gingerbread. Made with simple pantry staples like granulated sugar, cornstarch, and butter, it's ready in just 15 minutes and thickens beautifully as it cools. This versatile citrus glaze is not only quick and easy to prepare but also adds a glossy, tangy touch to each bite of your festive dessert. Serve it warm or at room temperature to elevate your gingerbread into a truly unforgettable treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 15 grams Cornstarch
- 240 ml Water
- 60 ml Fresh lemon juice
- 28 grams Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and cornstarch. Whisk together until there are no lumps.
Gradually whisk in the water until the mixture is smooth. Place the saucepan over medium heat.
Stir the mixture constantly as it begins to heat up and thicken. This process should take about 5 minutes.
Once the mixture has thickened and comes to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low and stir in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt.
Add the unsalted butter and stir until it melts completely and the sauce is glossy.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly. It will thicken further as it cools.
Serve warm or at room temperature drizzled over Crazy Gingerbread for a bright, tangy finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
657 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.2 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 153 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.5 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 75 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.
