Vegan Classic Vanilla Sauce
Elevate your desserts with this luscious Vegan Classic Vanilla Sauce—smooth, creamy, and entirely dairy-free. Crafted with unsweetened almond milk, pure maple syrup, and a hint of vanilla extract, this vegan-friendly sauce boasts a beautifully balanced sweetness that complements everything from warm pancakes to fresh fruit. Achieving the perfect consistency is easy with the help of cornstarch, while the quick prep time of just 15 minutes makes it a go-to option for effortless elegance. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this versatile sauce is ideal for topping your favorite plant-based treats or breakfast classics. Perfect for those seeking indulgence with a healthier twist, this recipe offers all the richness of traditional vanilla sauce without the dairy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until fully combined and smooth. Set aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the almond milk, maple syrup, and salt. Stir well to mix.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and allow the mixture to heat up, stirring occasionally, until it just starts to steam.
Once the mixture is steaming, slowly whisk in the cornstarch mixture.
Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring continuously to prevent clumping, until the sauce begins to thicken. This will take about 5-7 minutes.
Once the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, remove it from the heat.
Stir in the vanilla extract until completely incorporated.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving, as it will thicken further as it cools.
Serve warm or at room temperature over your favorite vegan desserts or breakfast items like pancakes or waffles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
363 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.2 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 596 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.2 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 848 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 189 mg | 4% | |
*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.
