Orange Sauce Recipe

Elevate your desserts with this zesty orange sauce! A revamped classic, this recipe delivers a more intense orange flavor and a delightfully smooth, thinner consistency than traditional versions. Perfect for drizzling over pound cake, ice cream, or your favorite sweet treat. Get ready for a burst of citrus sunshine!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 133.4 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)
Orange Sauce

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Orange Sauce

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How to Make Orange Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, and the zest of 2 large oranges.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently to dissolve the sugar.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. The sauce will begin to thicken slightly.
  4. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream until smooth and well combined.
  5. Return the pan to medium-low heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly for 2 minutes. The sauce should thicken further.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of orange extract (optional).
  7. Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. Drizzle warm or chilled over pound cake, ice cream, pancakes, or waffles.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

27g

Carbs

4g