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Blackberry Brandy Sauce for Ice Cream

A rich and fruity sauce made with fresh blackberries and brandy, perfect for drizzling over vanilla ice cream.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Blackberry Sauce Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh blackberries can substitute with frozen
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup brandy or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch optional, for thickening
  • 1 tablespoon water for cornstarch slurry

Method
 

Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a saucepan, combine the blackberries and sugar over medium heat. Stir gently until the blackberries start to break down and release their juices.
  2. Add the brandy and lemon juice to the saucepan, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes.
  3. If using cornstarch, mix it with water to create a slurry, then stir it into the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving over ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat gently before serving.

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