Sugar-Free Zesty Orange Sauce
Elevate your dishes with this vibrant and easy-to-make Sugar-Free Zesty Orange Sauce! Bursting with the sweet citrus flavor of fresh orange juice and zest, this naturally tangy sauce is perfectly balanced with a splash of lemon juice and a touch of granulated sugar substitute, making it a guilt-free treat. Thickened to creamy perfection with cornstarch, this sauce can be enriched with a hint of unsalted butter for a glossy finish or kept vegan-friendly without it. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a versatile addition to desserts like cheesecake or pancakes, or savory glazes for roasted chicken or vegetables. Low in calories, sugar-free, and packed with zesty goodness, this homemade orange sauce is sure to add a refreshing twist to any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Fresh orange juice (preferably from sweet oranges)
- 2 teaspoons Fresh orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1.5 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar substitute (e.g., erythritol or stevia blend)
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (optional for a glossy finish, omit if vegan)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine orange juice, orange zest, lemon juice, and granulated sugar substitute. Whisk to combine.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a smooth slurry.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the orange juice mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Once simmering, slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
Continue cooking the sauce, stirring frequently, for 3-5 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened to your desired consistency.
If using, stir in the unsalted butter at the end for a silky texture.
Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly. It will thicken further as it cools.
Serve warm or chilled. Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
319 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.5 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 752 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.
