BLACKBERRY SAUCE

If you’re looking to add a burst of fruity goodness to your favourite desserts, this blackberry sauce is your new best friend. With its vibrant colour and luscious texture, it's the perfect finishing touch to elevate anything from cheesecakes and pancakes to pork and chicken!

Prep Time 3

Cook Time 7

Total Time 10

Servings Cups

Ingredients

2 cups Fresh or Frozen Blackberries*
¼ cup Sugar or Sugar Free Sweetener*
¼ cup Water
1 tsp Lemon Juice (optional, for a bit of brightness)
½ tsp Vanilla Extract
¼ tsp Xanthan Gum (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, add the blackberries, water, and sugar or sweetener.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the blackberries start to break down and release their juices.
Once the sauce has thickened slightly, stir in the lemon juice and vanilla extract. Cook for another 1-2 minutes. If you prefer a thicker sauce, sprinkle the xanthan gum over the sauce and whisk it in quickly to avoid clumping. Cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly until the sauce reaches your desired thickness.Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool. It will continue to thicken as it cools.

Notes

If using fresh blackberries, rinse them well. If using frozen, no need to thaw.

For non-keto dieters, use regular granulated or powdered sugar. For low carb or keto dieters, use a keto-friendly sugar free granulated or powdered sweetener such as stevia or erythritol.

For a smoother sauce, you can strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the seeds. This step is optional, depending on your texture preference.

Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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