Sugar-Free Homemade Apricot Sauce
Indulge in the naturally vibrant sweetness of apricots with this easy and wholesome recipe for Sugar-Free Homemade Apricot Sauce. Made with ripe apricots, a splash of fresh lemon juice, and a hint of fragrant cinnamon and vanilla, this sauce packs a punch of flavor without added sugar, making it perfect for health-conscious foodies. Whether mashed for a rustic texture or blended for velvety smoothness, this versatile sauce is ideal for drizzling over oatmeal, pairing with yogurt, or elevating baked goods. Ready in just 30 minutes and optionally sweetened with stevia, it's a guilt-free, fridge-friendly delight your whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ripe apricots
- 120 ml Water
- 1 tablespoon Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Stevia (optional, for added sweetness)
Instructions
Wash the apricots thoroughly under cold water. Halve them and remove the pits.
Cut the apricot halves into small chunks, approximately 1-inch in size.
In a medium saucepan, combine the apricot chunks, water, and lemon juice.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it cook for about 15 minutes or until the apricots are soft and begin to break down.
Mash the softened apricots with a fork or potato masher for a chunkier texture. For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to blend the mixture until smooth.
Stir in the ground cinnamon and pure vanilla extract.
Taste the sauce, and if you prefer it sweeter, add a small amount of stevia, stirring well to incorporate. Adjust to taste.
Continue simmering uncovered for another 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the apricot sauce cool to room temperature.
Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
253 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.1 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1317 mg | 28% | |
*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.
