Flavorful Raspberry Reduction Sauce
A quick and easy homemade raspberry reduction sauce that is perfect for drizzling over desserts like ice cream, pancakes, and cheesecake. This sauce is tangy, sweet, and bursting with fresh raspberry flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup sauce (approximately 8 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (300 grams) fresh or frozen raspberries
- ½ cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- ¼ cup (60 ml) water
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Optional: pinch of salt
- Optional: splash of vanilla extract or a few crushed mint leaves
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients: Measure out 2 cups (300 grams) of raspberries, ½ cup (100 grams) sugar, ¼ cup (60 ml) water, and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice.
- Combine raspberries, sugar, and water in your saucepan: Place the pan over medium heat and stir gently to mix the sugar evenly with the raspberries, about 2 minutes.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer: Wait 5-7 minutes until bubbles appear and raspberries soften, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Reduce the heat to low: Let the sauce simmer gently for about 10 minutes until the liquid reduces by half and thickens into a syrup.
- Add lemon juice and optional pinch of salt: Stir well. Add vanilla or mint now if using and allow to infuse off heat for 1-2 minutes.
- Optional: Strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve for a seedless texture.
- Let it cool slightly for about 15 minutes until it thickens to a pourable consistency.
- Store or serve immediately: Use warm or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 7 days.
Notes
Use medium heat to avoid burning. Stir occasionally but not constantly to maintain texture. Add lemon juice at the end to brighten flavor. Strain for a smooth sauce if desired. If sauce thickens too much after cooling, stir in a splash of warm water to loosen.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 11
- Carbohydrates: 13
- Fiber: 1
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