Raspberry Sauce

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Who can resist the sweet and tangy taste of raspberry sauce drizzled over desserts or breakfast treats? Whether you’re a culinary enthusiast looking to elevate your dishes or simply have a sweet tooth, this raspberry sauce recipe is a must-have in your repertoire. 

Here I’ll guide you through creating the perfect raspberry sauce that’s bursting with flavor and easy to make. From selecting the freshest raspberries to achieving the ideal consistency, we’ll cover all the tips and tricks you need to know. Get ready to add a delicious touch of raspberry goodness to your favorite dishes with this simple yet versatile recipe.

Raspberry Sauce

What is Raspberry Sauce?

Raspberry sauce is extremely flexible and easy to make at home. This tart and sweet fruit sauce is produced from fresh or frozen raspberries and may be used in a variety of ways.

Ingredients of Fresh raspberry sauce

Fresh raspberry sauce is a delightful addition to desserts and dishes, providing a burst of fruity flavor. With some simple ingredients you can make this sauce.

Fresh or Frozen Raspberries

Fresh raspberry sauce is a delightful addition to any dessert, and its ingredients are simple yet flavorful.

Water 1/2 Cup

A touch of water helps create the desired consistency for your sauce

Granulated Sugar 3/4 Cup

granulated sugar adds sweetness to balance out the tartness of the berries.

Lemon Juice 2 Teaspoon

The bright, acidic taste of lemon juice wonderfully balances the sweetness of the raspberries.

Cornstarch 1 Teaspoon

Cornstarch serves as a thickening agent, helping to give the sauce the right consistency and texture. 

Vanilla Extract ½ Teaspoon

The vanilla extract enhances the natural sweetness of the raspberries and adds a warm, aromatic note to the sauce.

Butter 1 Teaspoon

Butter  adds richness and depth of flavor to the sauce. The butter helps create a smooth and velvety texture that complements the tartness of the fresh raspberries perfectly.

How to Make Raspberry Sauce (Step-by-step Guide)

How to Make Raspberry Sauce

Step 1

Put a pot over medium heat and add the raspberries. Stir in the water and sugar. Stir until all of the sugar has been dissolved. Make sure to stir the mixture often while you heat it to the boiling point.

Step 2

Once it comes to a boil, reduce the heat and stir in the vanilla.Make a slurry out of cornstarch now. Mix the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of  lemon juice in a small bowl until the cornstarch is well combined. 

Step 3

Add the cornstarch mixture to the pot and stir until well combined. For four to five minutes, or until the sauce reaches the appropriate thickness, bring to a boil.

Step 4

Remove the pan from the heat and add the butter. Stir until the butter has completely melted and incorporated into the sauce.

Step 5

Add the remaining fresh or frozen raspberries to the raspberry sauce after it has cooled for about 20 minutes.

Step 6

Until the raspberries are equally distributed, mix well. Serve this sauce hot or cold over cheesecake, ice cream, breakfast foods, and other desserts.

How to Remove Seeds from Raspberry Sauce?

To remove seeds from raspberry sauce, start by cooking the raspberries in a saucepan over low heat until they soften. Once softened, press the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or strainer into a bowl.

 Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to push the puree through the sieve, leaving the seeds behind. Discard the seeds and transfer the seedless raspberry sauce back to the saucepan to continue cooking or use it as desired. This method ensures a smooth and seed-free raspberry sauce for your culinary creations.

Tips For Perfect Homemade Raspberry Sauce

When making your own raspberry sauce, there are a few things to consider.

  • Maintaining the mixture’s mobility while it is in the pan is crucial. Burning at the bottom could result from not stirring the mixture. It is quite combustible and contains sugar.
  • To release the berries’ juices and get the sauce the thickness you want, make sure the berries are smashed all the way through.
  • The most important phase is the straining procedure. It’s crucial to use a strainer with tiny mesh and to use force when straining. If you don’t follow the directions, the sauce won’t be as smooth as this recipe makes it.

Variations of Raspberry sauce

Consider the following options when making this simple raspberry sauce recipe:

  • Replace raspberries with blueberries, strawberries, or blackberries, but keep in mind that strawberries may require more boiling time.
  • Feel free to reduce the sugar content if you desire.
  • Use stevia-based sweetener instead of sugar.
  • Consider using arrowroot as an alternative to cornstarch, but only if you are familiar with the product.

Uses for Raspberry Sauce

There are many ways to enjoy this raspberry dessert sauce, and here are a few suggestions:

  • Perfect for increasing the flavor of scones, crepes, muffins, buttermilk waffles, whole wheat blueberry pancakes, or Dutch baby pancakes.
  • Mix with yogurt, cottage cheese, or cereal.
  • Use it as a filling for lemon cupcakes or lemon blueberry cupcakes (see my How to Fill Cupcakes post for additional instructions—it’s quite simple!)
  • Use as a topping on cream cheese pound cake, ice cream, angel food cake, or pavlova.
  • Serve with chocolate desserts including brownies, chocolate cake, and flourless chocolate cake.
  • Pour a drizzle over choux pastry or cream puffs.
  • Premium cheesecake, lemon-infused cheesecake, no-bake cheesecake, and cheesecake pie (seen below).
  • Ideal for enhancing homemade biscuits, croissants, and toasted English muffins.
  • Mix a few spoonfuls into whipped cream or icing and use as a garnish for desserts.
  • A bowl of vanilla ice cream dressed nicely with raspberry sauce and fresh raspberries on top.

How to Thicken Raspberry Sauce?

To thicken raspberry sauce, you can use various methods. 

  • One common way is to mix a small amount of cornstarch with water to create a slurry and then add it to the sauce while it simmers on low heat. 
  • Stir continuously until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Another option is to simmer the raspberry sauce for a longer period, allowing the excess liquid to evaporate and naturally thicken the sauce.
  •  You can also add a small amount of chia seeds or tapioca starch as natural thickeners. 

Experiment with these methods to find the one that works best for your raspberry sauce recipe.

Storage and Shelf Life of Raspberry Sauce

Raspberry Sauce can be kept in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week. Prepare it at the beginning of the week and enjoy it in your desserts and breakfasts all week.

It also stores well in the freezer. Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container and freeze for no more than three months. For best results, divide it into smaller amounts and freeze it in many smaller containers. 

Place the container in the refrigerator overnight for optimal thawing, then enjoy it on top of your pancakes the next day!

FAQ

Can You Use Frozen Raspberries?

Absolutely! Finding fresh raspberries can be difficult, especially during the off-season when they are less abundant and more expensive. Purchase a large package of frozen raspberries to save time and money, and enjoy this simple sauce whenever you want!

What is Raspberry Coulis and How is It Different From a Compote?

Raspberry coulis is a sauce made with pureed or strained raspberries. All coulis are pureed or strained, which results in a refined and silky texture. In contrast, compotes do not require straining or pureeing the fruit, which results in a chunkier texture.

Raspberry Sauce

Raspberry Sauce

 This easy raspberry sauce recipe is a delicious addition to any dessert. With just three ingredients, you can whip up this fruity sauce in no time.
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Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings4 People
Calories170kcal
AuthorNaomi Rogers

Ingredients

  • 12 Oz bag Fresh or frozen raspberries
  • ½ Cup Water
  • ¾ Cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 Teaspoon Lemon juice
  • 2 Teaspoon Cornstarch
  • ½ Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 Teaspoon Butter

Instructions

  • Put a pot over medium heat and add the raspberries. Stir in the water and sugar
  • Stir until all of the sugar has been dissolved
  • Make sure to stir the mixture often while you heat it to the boiling point
  • Once it comes to a boil, reduce the heat and stir in the vanilla
  • Make a slurry out of cornstarch now
  •  Mix the cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice in a small bowl until the cornstarch is well combined
  • Add the cornstarch mixture to the pot and stir until well combined
  • For four to five minutes, or until the sauce reaches the appropriate thickness, bring to a boil
  • Remove the pan from the heat and add the butter
  • Stir until the butter has completely melted and incorporated into the sauce
  • Add the remaining fresh or frozen raspberries to the raspberry sauce after it has cooled for about 20 minutes
  • Until the raspberries are equally distributed, mix well
  • Serve this sauce hot or cold over cheesecake, ice cream, breakfast foods, and other desserts

Nutrition

Sodium: 7mg | Vitamin A: 20IU | Sugar: 31g | Calories: 170kcal | Protein: 106g | Carbohydrates: 42g

Final Words

Elevate your dishes with the vibrant and sweet flavor of homemade raspberry sauce. Whether drizzled over desserts, mixed into cocktails, or used as a glaze for savory dishes, this versatile sauce is sure to impress your taste buds. Embrace the simplicity of creating this delightful concoction and add a burst of freshness to your culinary creations. Let the luscious taste of raspberries take center stage in your next meal by trying out this easy-to-follow raspberry sauce recipe today!

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