Golden Lemon Sauce Recipe

Elevate your carrot cake to the next level with this vibrant Golden Lemon Sauce! This zesty, easy-to-make sauce is the perfect complement to desserts like our decadent Carrot Cake Supreme (#29056) and pairs wonderfully with our creamy Cream Cheese Fluff (#28967). A burst of sunshine in every spoonful!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 845 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Golden Lemon Sauce

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How to Make Golden Lemon Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 cup cornstarch until well combined.
  2. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup lemon juice and 1/2 cup water until smooth.
  3. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture comes to a rolling boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low and continue to cook, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and become clear.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted margarine and a few drops of yellow food coloring until fully incorporated. Adjust food coloring as needed to achieve desired golden hue.
  6. Serve warm over your favorite dessert. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

540g

Fat

97g

Carbs

49g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Golden Lemon Sauce?

Golden Lemon Sauce takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Golden Lemon Sauce?

Golden Lemon Sauce has approximately 845 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 49 g carbohydrates and 47 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Golden Lemon Sauce?

The key ingredients for Golden Lemon Sauce are Sugar, Cornstarch, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Water, Butter, Yellow Food Coloring. See the full list with measurements above.

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