Lemon Sauce For Crazy Gingerbread Recipe

Elevate your gingerbread game with this zesty lemon sauce! A bright and tangy complement to your favorite gingerbread (check out my crazy gingerbread recipe!), this easy lemon sauce is ready in minutes. The perfect finishing touch for a warm, comforting dessert – it's also delicious on bread pudding or other sweet treats. Mmm... Lemon!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 36.7 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Lemon Sauce For Crazy Gingerbread

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How to Make Lemon Sauce For Crazy Gingerbread

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  2. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of water until smooth. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a whisk, until the mixture comes to a boil and thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon lemon zest.
  4. Continue stirring until the butter is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and glossy.
  5. Serve warm over your favorite gingerbread, bread pudding, or other desserts. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

4g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Sauce For Crazy Gingerbread?

Lemon Sauce For Crazy Gingerbread takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Sauce For Crazy Gingerbread?

Lemon Sauce For Crazy Gingerbread has approximately 36.7 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Sauce For Crazy Gingerbread?

The key ingredients for Lemon Sauce For Crazy Gingerbread are Sugar, Cornstarch, Salt, Water, Butter, Lemon Peel. See the full list with measurements above.

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