Golden Apricot Sauce

Transform your dishes with the sweet and tangy allure of Golden Apricot Sauce, a versatile homemade condiment bursting with natural flavors. Made with plump, simmered dried apricots, a touch of honey for sweetness, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, this silky, golden-hued sauce is the perfect balance of vibrant and comforting. Infused with a dash of cinnamon for warmth and finished with a touch of butter for richness, this 15-minute recipe is as effortless as it is impressive. Whether drizzled over pancakes, swirled into yogurt, or paired with roasted meats like chicken or pork, Golden Apricot Sauce adds a delightful pop of flavor to any meal. Easy to prepare and fridge-friendly, it’s the ideal make-ahead element for elevating both sweet and savory dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried apricots
• 1.5 cups water
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.125 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried apricots under cool water to remove any residue.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine the dried apricots and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the apricots simmer for 10 minutes or until they are plump and tender.

Step 4

Transfer the cooked apricots and about half the cooking liquid to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, adding more of the cooking liquid as needed to achieve your desired sauce consistency.

Step 5

Return the apricot puree to the saucepan. Stir in honey, lemon juice, butter, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 6

Place the saucepan over low heat and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes, or until the butter is melted and the sauce is warmed through.

Step 7

Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more honey or lemon juice, as preferred.

Step 8

Serve the sauce warm or let it cool to room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	512.4 grams (512.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	425

Total Fat 12.20g	16%
Saturated Fat 7.00g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 31mg	10%
Sodium 312mg	14%
Total Carbohydrate 86.20g	31%
Dietary Fiber 6.60g	24%
Total Sugars 68.80g
Protein 3.20g	6%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 74mg	6%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 897mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.5%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 73.8%