Ingredients:
16 ounces (about 3 cups) frozen dark cherries, slightly thawed
⅔ cup Splenda Granular
¾ cup water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons orange liqueur or brandy
½ teaspoon vanilla
½ teaspoon almond extract
1-2 tablespoons orange peel (thin strips)
Directions:
2. On medium heat, cook slowly for 5 minutes or until cherries are warm. Turn heat up and bring to a low boil; cook, stirring just until mixture clears and sauce is thickened.
3. Stir in liqueur and cook 1 minute.
4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, almond extract, and orange peel. Cool slightly and spoon into container.
Nutritional Info (per serving):
Calories 50
Fat 0g (0 saturated)
Carbohydrate 9g (sugar 8g)
Fiber 1g
Protein 1g
Sodium 0mg
Diabetic exchange = ½ Fruit
Additional comments:
Food gifts are a delight to give, and of course to receive, during the holidays. This fantastic topping makes it easy. Made with healthy frozen dark cherries and no-added sugar it, it’s a beautiful and thoughtful gift for anyone watching their health (even you!). Spoon it over your favorite reduced-sugar ice cream or frozen yogurt, on top of pancakes or waffles, or over a plain cake to dress it up holiday style. (This will keep well for up to two weeks if stored in the refrigerator.)
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