Are you looking for a sweet and tangy sauce to complement your desserts? Look no further than dessert citrus sauce! This versatile sauce is perfect for drizzling over cakes, pies, ice cream, or even grilled fruit. Made with a combination of fresh citrus fruits, sugar, and spices, dessert citrus sauce is easy to make and can be tailored to your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a tart and tangy sauce or a sweeter, more mellow flavor, you're sure to find a recipe that suits your needs. Read on to find the best dessert citrus sauce recipe for your next dessert creation!
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LEMON DESSERT SAUCE
I love this sauce on gingerbread or fresh fruit, especially strawberries. It is also good on pound cake and ice cream.
Provided by Andrea
Categories Sauces
Time 15m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix sugar and cornstarch in a small saucepan.
- Stir in boiling water and lemon juice.
- Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Boil 3 minutes until clear and thick.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter, lemon rind and salt.
CITRUS-CRANBERRY SAUCE
Steps:
- Remove the peel and pith from oranges with a pairing knife, cut each section into quarters.
- In a heavy saucepan over medium heat combine oranges, cranberries, sugar, water, and ground ginger. Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in lemon and lime juice. Cover sauce and chill before serving. Can be made up to 3 days prior to serving.
DESSERT CITRUS SAUCE
Make and share this Dessert Citrus Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ladyroseofrohan
Categories Sauces
Time 15m
Yield 9 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In 1 quart saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Gradually stir in water until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring often until boiling.
- Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
- Stir in butter, juice, and peel until butter is melted. Serve warm.
EASY FRESH LEMON DESSERT SAUCE
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, and kosher salt. Add boiling water and whisk to blend.
- Place pan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly until mixture is thick and clear.
- Stir lemon zest and lemon juice into sauce.
- Whisk butter into sauce, a little at a time.
- Serve sauce warm over dessert, pound cake, pancakes , or bread pudding . Enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 35 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 1 g, ServingSize About 1 1/2 Cups (3-6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CITRUS SAUCE
Steps:
- Place the chicken broth in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until reduced to 1/4 cup, about 15 minutes.
- Add the lemon and orange juices and butter. Simmer until the sauce is thick enough to coat a spoon, about 20 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add herbs until just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 110, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 240 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams
LEMON SAUCE II
This is a tasty lemon and honey sauce that can be served with cakes and other desserts. Pineapple juice may be used in place of the orange.
Provided by MELLY343
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Dessert Sauce Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small saucepan over low heat, whisk together the orange juice and arrowroot powder. Whisk in lemon juice and honey, and cook stirring until thickened. Stir in the lemon zest and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 0.9 mg, Sugar 14.3 g
CITRUS GLAZE
This sweet and tangy glaze is simple and does wonders for most any seafood, especially tuna and mahi mahi.
Provided by BEYOND7
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 18m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine the orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, water, sugar and salt in a small skillet. Mix well, and bring to a boil over medium to medium-high heat. Cook until reduced by half. Let cool until the glaze is thick and sticky.
- Brush onto grilled meats or fish during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Pour remaining glaze over afterwards, or use as bright decoration to your entree.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 0.4 mg, Sugar 19.2 g
MIXED CITRUS SAUCE
The tartness of this sauce offsets the sweetness of our Mini Honey Fruitcakes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Dessert & Treats Recipes
Time 20m
Yield Makes about 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine sugar, cornstarch, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan. Whisk in water. Bring to a boil, whisking. Continue to boil, whisking, until clear and thick, about 6 minutes more.
- Stir in butter, lemon zest, and citrus juices. Cook, stirring regularly, until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes more.
LEMON DESSERT SAUCE
Steps:
- Combine sugar and cornstarch in small saucepan.
- Over low heat gradually add boiling water, stirring rapidly. Let simmer about 4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter, lemon rind and lemon juice, nutmeg and blueberries. Serve hot, warm or chilled.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 280, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 6 milligrams, Sugar 43 grams, TransFat 0 grams
LEMON AND LIME DESSERT SAUCE
Categories Sauce Citrus Fruit Dessert Low Fat Lemon Lime Spring Healthy Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 1 2/3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk sugar and cornstarch in small saucepan to blend. Add 1 cup water and stir over medium heat until mixture boils and thickens. Remove from heat. Add butter and stir until melted. Whisk in lemon juice and lime juice. Cool sauce to room temperature. Stir in lemon and lime slices and vanilla extract. Add food coloring, if desired.
CITRUS SAUCE
This is the perfect sauce for our grilled salmon with citrus sauce.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Yield Makes 3/4 cup
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small skillet over high heat, boil 1/2 cup fresh orange juice and 1/4 cup fresh lime juice until reduced to 1/2 cup, 8 to 12 minutes.
- Remove from heat; whisk in 2 teaspoons sugar, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season with coarse salt and ground pepper.
Tips:
- Zest your citrus fruits before juicing them to get the most flavor out of them.
- Use a variety of citrus fruits to create a more complex flavor profile in your sauce.
- Add a little bit of honey or sugar to balance out the tartness of the citrus fruits.
- Thicken your sauce with cornstarch or arrowroot powder if you want a thicker consistency.
- Serve your citrus sauce over grilled fish, chicken, or shrimp for a delicious and refreshing meal.
Conclusion:
Citrus sauces are a versatile and delicious way to add flavor to your meals. They can be used as a marinade, glaze, or dipping sauce, and they can be made with a variety of different citrus fruits. Experiment with different combinations of citrus fruits and flavors to create your own unique citrus sauce.
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