Description
This Easy Raspberry Sauce is a quick and versatile homemade topping made from fresh raspberries, sugar, and a touch of cornstarch for thickness. Perfect for drizzling over desserts, pancakes, or yogurt, it combines natural fruit sweetness and vibrant color in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pint raspberries (about 12 ounces)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon water
Instructions
- Cook raspberries and sugar: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the raspberries and sugar. Cook until the sugar melts and the raspberries soften, about 5 minutes, mashing them gently to release their juice.
- Strain the seeds: Pour the raspberry mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl, pressing down with a spoon to extract as much juice as possible, leaving seeds behind.
- Thicken the sauce: Return the strained juice to the saucepan and warm it over medium-low heat. In a separate small bowl, stir together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the juice and stir continuously until the sauce thickens.
- Cool and store: Remove from heat and pour the sauce into a small bowl to cool. Once cooled, transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to five days.
- Freeze for longer storage: For extended storage, pour the sauce into ice cube trays or small resealable bags and freeze for up to six months. Thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature before use.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen raspberries if fresh are unavailable.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on the sweetness of the raspberries or personal taste.
- The cornstarch slurry is key to achieving a smooth, thick sauce without lumps.
- Straining removes seeds for a smooth texture but can be skipped if you prefer a chunkier sauce.
- Perfect topping for ice cream, cheesecake, pancakes, or oatmeal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: raspberry sauce, easy raspberry sauce, fruit sauce, dessert sauce, homemade sauce, fresh raspberry topping
