Raspberry Dessert Sauce Recipe
This Raspberry Dessert Sauce is tangy, sweet, and bursting with fresh berry flavor! Made with just a few simple ingredients, it comes together in minutes and adds a vibrant, fruity touch to everything from pancakes to cheesecake. Whether you use fresh or frozen raspberries, this easy sauce is the perfect way to elevate any dessert or breakfast!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoonswater
- 1 tablespooncornstarch
- 1 ½ lbraspberries ((fresh or frozen))
- ½ cupgranulated sugar
- 1 tablespoonfresh lemon juice
Directions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the water and cornstarch until smooth and well combined. Set that aside for a moment.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, add the raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Set the pan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. As it heats up, use a silicone spatula to gently stir and mash the raspberries, helping to release their juices. Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for about 2 minutes.
- 3
Next, stir in the cornstarch mixture and continue simmering, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 more minutes, or until the sauce has thickened nicely. Then, remove it from the heat.
- 4
Optional for a Smooth Sauce: If you prefer a smooth sauce, you can strain it to remove the seeds. Simply place a fine-mesh strainer over a bowl and pour the warm sauce through it. I like to use the back of a spoon to press the sauce through gently.
- 5
Transfer your sauce to a clean jar or container and let it cool completely. Once cooled, cover and refrigerate. Keep in mind that the sauce will continue to thicken as it cools and even more after it has chilled.