Mr Rainier Dessert Sauce

Elevate your desserts with the luscious and versatile Mr. Rainier Dessert Sauce, a sweet-tart creation that highlights the delicate flavor of Rainier cherries. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, blends juicy pitted cherries, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of vanilla to create a silky-smooth sauce that pairs beautifully with everything from ice cream and pancakes to cheesecake and yogurt. Perfectly thickened with a touch of cornstarch, this cherry-based topping adds a burst of fruity elegance to any dish. Whether served warm, at room temperature, or chilled, this homemade dessert sauce is a must-have for cherry lovers looking to add a gourmet touch to their sweet creations.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rainier cherries, pitted and halved
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 cups Water
• 1 teaspoons Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water until fully dissolved. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted Rainier cherries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and water. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the cherries become soft and release their juices.

Step 5

Stir in the cornstarch mixture and continue to simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to cool slightly before using. Serve warm or at room temperature over your favorite desserts.

Step 8

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently before serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	571.4 grams (571.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	334

Total Fat 1.10g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.60g	29%
Dietary Fiber 8.60g	31%
Total Sugars 65.70g
Protein 5.20g	10%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 74mg	6%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 1057mg	22%

*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: 2.8%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 91.2%