Low Fat Classic Vanilla Sauce
Indulge in the silky, luscious flavor of this Low Fat Classic Vanilla Sauce, a guilt-free twist on a beloved dessert staple. Made with skim milk and thickened naturally with cornstarch, this lightened-up recipe replaces heavy cream while still delivering a velvety texture that's perfect for draping over cakes, puddings, or fresh fruit. Enhanced with a touch of real vanilla extract and the richness of one egg yolk, this sauce strikes the perfect balance of creamy and flavorful without the extra calories. With just 15 minutes of cook time and a pinch of salt to elevate the sweetness, it's as easy as it is delicious. Whip up this versatile, low-fat topping and let it transform your favorite desserts into something unforgettable. Perfect for health-conscious foodies and dessert lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups skim milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the skim milk and granulated sugar. Whisk together to begin dissolving the sugar.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup of the cold skim milk from the saucepan to create a smooth slurry. Make sure it is lump-free.
Add the cornstarch mixture back into the saucepan. Stir well to integrate with the rest of the milk and sugar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat, and warm the mixture, stirring constantly until it begins to thicken, which usually takes about 5-7 minutes. Do not let it boil.
In a small bowl, lightly whisk the egg yolk with a fork. Gradually add about 1/4 cup of the hot milk mixture to the egg yolk while stirring continuously to temper the yolk.
Slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan, stirring constantly to prevent curdling.
Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the sauce coats the back of a spoon and reaches your desired thickness, approximately 3-5 more minutes.
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 will thicken a bit more as it cools.
Serve warm or at room temperature over your favorite dessert.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.9 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 199 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 350 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.3 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.2 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 667 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 843 mg | 18% | |
*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.
