Gigi's Lemon Fluff Sauce Recipe

Transport yourself back to a Montana Christmas of WWII with Gigi's Lemon Fluff Sauce! This delightful recipe, originally published by Montana-Dakota Utilities Company, is a deliciously light, zesty, and surprisingly spicy topping for your holiday feasts. Not too rich or heavy, it's the perfect complement to hearty winter dinners. Easy to make, and even easier to enjoy after a short chill.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 149.7 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Gigi's Lemon Fluff Sauce

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How to Make Gigi's Lemon Fluff Sauce

  1. Whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 1/2 cup granulated sugar in a medium saucepan.
  2. Gradually whisk in 1 cup water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring constantly until thickened.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 large egg yolk and 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice.
  4. Temper the egg yolk mixture by slowly whisking in about 1/4 cup of the hot cornstarch mixture. Then, pour the tempered egg yolk mixture into the saucepan with the remaining cornstarch mixture and stir constantly until smooth.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon lemon zest.
  6. In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat 2 large egg whites until stiff, glossy peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat.
  7. Gently fold the lemon mixture into the whipped egg whites until just combined.
  8. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

101g

Fat

1g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Gigi's Lemon Fluff Sauce?

Gigi's Lemon Fluff Sauce takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Gigi's Lemon Fluff Sauce?

Gigi's Lemon Fluff Sauce has approximately 149.7 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Gigi's Lemon Fluff Sauce?

The key ingredients for Gigi's Lemon Fluff Sauce are Sugar, Cornstarch, Water, Egg, Lemon Juice, Lemon Rind. See the full list with measurements above.

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