Butterscotch-Ginger Ice Cream Sauce For Two 🍨
Recipe Overview:
- Preparation Time: 5 minutes
- Cooking Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Calories per Serving: 335 kcal
Description:
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich butterscotch and fiery ginger with this heavenly sauce, perfect for drizzling over a scoop of creamy French Vanilla ice cream. This recipe is tailor-made for those who have a penchant for the zesty warmth of ginger, but fear not, as you can adjust the ginger levels to suit your taste buds. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this sauce is incredibly easy to whip up and will elevate your dessert game to new heights.
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup half-and-half cream
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 slices crystallized ginger
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients listed above.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a two-cup glass measuring cup, combine the brown sugar, cornstarch, and ground ginger. Give it a gentle stir to ensure even distribution.
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Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the honey, then stir in the cream and butter until everything is well incorporated. The creamy texture of the mixture should start to take shape.
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Microwave: Place the measuring cup, uncovered, in the microwave. Heat on High for 2 to 3 minutes, pausing to stir the mixture every minute. Keep a close eye on it to prevent overcooking.
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Thicken: As you microwave, you’ll notice the sauce gradually thickening, reaching the perfect consistency to coat your ice cream.
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Incorporate Crystallized Ginger: Once the sauce is thick and luxurious, stir in the slices of crystallized ginger. This will add a delightful burst of spicy sweetness to your sauce.
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Serve: Your butterscotch-ginger sauce is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve it warm over a generous scoop of French Vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.
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Storage: If, by some miracle, you have leftovers, store them in the refrigerator. Simply reheat before serving again.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 335 kcal
- Fat: 9.2g
- Saturated Fat: 5.8g
- Cholesterol: 26.5mg
- Sodium: 69.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 65.5g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 61.2g
- Protein: 1.1g
Keywords:
Frozen Desserts, Dessert, Canadian, Kid Friendly, Kosher, Spicy, Microwave, Quick & Easy, Beginner Cook