Warm Blueberry Sauce
User Reviews
5
12 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
12 mins
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Servings
2 cups
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Calories
268 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Warm Blueberry Sauce
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This Warm Blueberry Sauce combines blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and a touch of cornstarch to create a gently thickened, fruity topping. An optional hint of dried lavender adds a subtle floral note. The sauce is simmered just until some berries burst and the mixture thickens, making it ideal for serving warm over ice cream, cakes, or pies.
Description
Warm Blueberry Sauce highlights the natural sweetness and tartness of blueberries enhanced by lemon juice and balanced with sugar. Simmering the mixture allows some berries to burst, releasing their juices and creating a luscious texture thickened slightly by cornstarch. The optional dried lavender buds introduce a delicate floral element that can be swapped for fresh lavender leaves if available. This sauce is simple to prepare on the stovetop and serves as a versatile accompaniment to desserts like ice cream, cakes, or pies, adding a fresh, fruity touch to sweet treats.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound blueberries or frozen, fresh
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon dried lavender buds optional, culinary use
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients into a medium sauce pot. Set over medium heat and bring to a simmer.
- Stir and simmer for 5-10 minutes, until some of the berries burst and the sauce thickens. Serve warm over ice cream, cakes, and pies.
Notes
- Fresh lavender leaves can be used instead of dried lavender buds for a fresher flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
6ounces
Calories
268kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
68g
(23%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
0g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0g
(0%)
Cholesterol
0mg
(0%)
Sodium
2mg
(0%)
Potassium
174mg
(4%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
55g
(110%)
Vitamin A
125IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
23.9mg
(27%)
Calcium
19mg
(2%)
Iron
0.6mg
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 268 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6ounces | |
| Calories | 268kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 68g | 23% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 174mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 55g | 110% |
| Vitamin A | 125IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 23.9mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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