Microwaved Raspberry Sauce Recipe

Whip up this luscious raspberry sauce in just minutes using your microwave! No pots, no pans, just pure raspberry deliciousness. Perfect for a hot summer's day drizzled over ice cream, or elevate your dessert game by layering it between meringue cookies. This recipe, adapted from renowned New Zealand cookbook author Alison Holst's microwave collection, is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Adjust cooking times to suit your microwave wattage.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Calories 128.7 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Microwaved Raspberry Sauce

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How to Make Microwaved Raspberry Sauce

  1. In a microwave-safe jug or bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons custard powder (or cornstarch).
  2. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup water (or white wine for an adult twist) until smooth. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, or until the mixture boils and thickens.
  3. Remove from microwave and stir well. Let stand for 2 minutes to allow the sauce to fully thicken.
  4. Gently stir in 1 cup fresh raspberries (or 1 cup thawed frozen raspberries).
  5. Add 1 tablespoon brandy or rum (optional), and stir to combine. Cover the bowl and let the sauce cool slightly.
  6. Serve warm or cold over your favorite dessert – ice cream, meringue nests, cakes, or even pancakes!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

110g

Fat

0g

Carbs

10g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Microwaved Raspberry Sauce?

Microwaved Raspberry Sauce takes about 12 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 7 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Microwaved Raspberry Sauce?

Microwaved Raspberry Sauce has approximately 128.7 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Microwaved Raspberry Sauce?

The key ingredients for Microwaved Raspberry Sauce are Sugar, Custard Powder, Water, Raspberries, Brandy. See the full list with measurements above.

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