Low Carb Classic Cherry Sauce
Elevate your meals with this irresistible Low Carb Classic Cherry Sauce—bursting with juicy cherry flavor and perfect for guilt-free indulgence! Made with fresh or frozen pitted cherries, a touch of lemon juice for brightness, and sweetened with granulated erythritol, this sugar-free cherry sauce is the ideal topping for low-carb desserts or savory dishes. The xanthan gum ensures a silky, perfectly thickened consistency without adding carbs, while a 15-minute prep and cook time make it as quick as it is delicious. Whether served warm or chilled, this keto-friendly cherry sauce delivers rich, fruity goodness with every bite. Perfect for those seeking a healthier twist on a classic favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh or frozen pitted cherries
- 0.5 cup Granulated erythritol or preferred low-carb sweetener
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Xanthan gum
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, erythritol, and water. Stir to mix the ingredients well.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the lemon juice and stir to incorporate.
Gradually sprinkle the xanthan gum over the sauce while continuously whisking to prevent any lumps. Stir well until the sauce starts to thicken.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the cherry sauce cool slightly.
Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or a container with a lid for storage. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Serve warm or chilled over your favorite low-carb desserts or as a complement to savory dishes. Enjoy your low-carb cherry sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.6 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 610 mg | 13% | |
*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.
