Nutmeg Sauce
Elevate your dishes with this luxurious Nutmeg Sauce, a velvety, aromatic blend that’s as versatile as it is indulgent. Made with creamy whole milk, a touch of sweet granulated sugar, and delicately spiced with warm ground nutmeg, this sauce brings a comforting richness to desserts, pancakes, or even roasted vegetables. A hint of vanilla and a dash of salt round out the flavor, while a simple roux of butter and flour ensures a silky-smooth texture. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for adding a festive, nostalgic touch to any meal. Whether drizzled over bread pudding or spooned over a stack of fluffy pancakes, this nutmeg-infused sauce is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until fully melted but not browned.
Add the all-purpose flour to the melted butter, whisking constantly to form a smooth paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste, but do not let the mixture brown.
Gradually pour in the whole milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Keep stirring and cook over medium heat until the mixture begins to thicken, about 4-5 minutes.
Once the sauce has thickened, add the granulated sugar, ground nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until all the ingredients are fully incorporated and the sauce is smooth.
Continue to cook the sauce for 1-2 more minutes, stirring frequently, to ensure the flavors are fully developed.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm over desserts, pancakes, vegetables, or any dish that could use a touch of creamy aromatic flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.0 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.1 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 598 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 41 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.
