Up Those Antioxidants with Blueberry Sauce
Elevate your meals and boost your wellness with this luscious "Up Those Antioxidants with Blueberry Sauce" recipe! Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh blueberries and a hint of maple syrup, this vibrant sauce is a powerhouse of nutrients and flavor. With just a touch of lemon juice for brightness and the richness of vanilla extract, this versatile sauce comes together in under 15 minutes. Perfect for drizzling over pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or even desserts like cheesecake, it’s a simple yet indulgent way to add a healthy twist to your favorite dishes. Packed with antioxidants and naturally sweetened, this blueberry sauce is a must-have addition to your repertoire for breakfast, desserts, and everything in between!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 0.25 cups water
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh blueberries, water, and maple syrup.
Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in the lemon juice to form a slurry.
Once the blueberries begin to soften and release their juices (approximately 5 minutes), add the lemon juice-cornstarch mixture to the saucepan.
Continue to cook while stirring constantly, allowing the sauce to thicken (about 2-3 more minutes).
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving, or refrigerate it for later use. It can be served warm or cold, depending on your preference.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.2 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 248 mg | 5% | |
*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.
