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Rhubarb Sauce for Ice Cream

Sweet & Tart Rhubarb Sauce for Ice Cream Bliss

This Rhubarb Sauce for Ice Cream is a quick, gluten-free delight that elevates any dessert with its sweet-tart flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 cups Rhubarb Choose firm, crisp stalks.
  • 1 cup Maple Syrup Adjust based on tartness.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Optional.
  • 1/4 cup Water Keep minimal.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Rhubarb: Wash and trim rhubarb stalks, slice into 1/4 inch pieces.
  2. Combine the Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine rhubarb, maple syrup, lemon zest, and water.
  3. Heat the Mixture: Place the saucepan on medium-high heat and bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Simmer to Perfect Texture: Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Cool and Adjust Flavor: Remove from heat, cool slightly, and adjust sweetness if needed.
  6. Serve or Store: Enjoy warm over ice cream or refrigerate for later use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Enhances ice cream, pancakes, or yogurt. Store in fridge for up to a week; freeze for longer storage.

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