Vanilla Sauce
This classic vanilla sauce recipe from 1900 offers a rich, sweet, and comforting flavor, perfect for drizzling over desserts. The sauce is made with simple ingredients like sugar, flour, and vanilla extract, creating a smooth and creamy texture. Serve this delightful sauce over cakes, puddings, or fruit for an elegant and satisfying treat.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon Lemon extract
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 1/2 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Butter
Instructions
- 1In a medium saucepan, thoroughly mix the sugar, flour, and salt.
- 2Slowly add the water to the saucepan, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, and continue to boil for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3Remove from heat and add the vanilla extract, lemon extract, and butter. Beat the sauce for 1 minute until well combined. Serve immediately. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more water to reach your desired consistency.