Lightened Up Chocolate Raspberry Sauce
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this Lightened Up Chocolate Raspberry Sauce, a guilt-free treat that’s perfect for elevating your favorite desserts. Made with fresh or frozen raspberries and naturally sweetened with honey, this luscious sauce combines the tangy brightness of berries with the deep, decadent flavor of unsweetened cocoa. Thickened with a touch of cornstarch and infused with vanilla, it’s a low-fat alternative to heavy chocolate toppings without sacrificing flavor. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, pancakes, yogurt, or even as a dip for fresh fruit, this 15-minute recipe is as versatile as it is satisfying. With no processed sugars or artificial ingredients, this homemade chocolate raspberry sauce is a healthier way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the raspberries, water, and a pinch of salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the raspberries break down and release their juices, about 4-5 minutes.
Using a fine-mesh strainer, strain the raspberry mixture into a bowl to remove the seeds. Press firmly with a spoon to extract as much juice as possible, then return the smooth raspberry puree to the saucepan.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry. Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan with the raspberry puree.
Stir in the cocoa powder, honey, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Cook the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Serve the chocolate raspberry sauce warm or at room temperature. It can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.8 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.7 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.0 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 732 mg | 16% | |
*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.
