Sugar-Free Classic Vanilla Sauce
Indulge guilt-free with this luscious Sugar-Free Classic Vanilla Sauce, a healthier twist on a timeless dessert topping. Crafted with silky almond milk, a touch of xylitol or your favorite sugar substitute, and the richness of real egg yolks, this velvety sauce offers all the comforting flavors of traditional vanilla sauce without added sugars. A hint of vanilla extract and a touch of butter elevate its creamy texture and aromatic appeal. Perfect for drizzling over cakes, fresh fruit, or holiday puddings, this quick 20-minute recipe is as easy as it is versatile. Whether served warm or chilled, it’s the ideal low-carb, sugar-free indulgence for anyone looking to savor a classic dessert enhancement.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup xylitol (or preferred sugar substitute)
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.125 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the unsweetened almond milk and xylitol. Heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the xylitol.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and cornstarch until smooth and pale.
Step 3
Once the almond milk mixture is simmering, slowly temper the egg yolk mixture by adding a ladleful of the hot milk mixture to it while whisking constantly. This prevents the eggs from curdling.
Step 4
Gradually pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining hot almond milk, whisking constantly.
Step 5
Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon, around 5-7 minutes.
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, unsalted butter, and salt, mixing until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
Step 7
Transfer the vanilla sauce to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent a skin from forming, and allow it to cool. Serve warm or chilled as desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (647.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 668.0 |
| Total Fat 43.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 615.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 617.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 78.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.8g | |
| Protein 11.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 230.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 919.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 241.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories