There is no better way to top off a serving of Banana-Praline French Toast Casserole than with a few delicious spoonfuls of Easy Summer Berry Sauce. But don’t just limit this sauce to French toast, its sweet, berry flavor is perfect for topping pancakes, waffles and crepes too!
Preparing Easy Summer Berry Sauce is a simple 2-step process that consists of warming up your favorite blend of summer berries, adding a complementary jam, and serving to appreciative family and guests. It really is that good, and it really is that easy.
Enjoy!
Easy Summer Berry Sauce
(recipe from Inn Cuisine, idea inspired by Diana, one of the best home cooks I know)
What you’ll need
- 12-16 ounces fresh or frozen blend of summer berries (I typically use frozen because I always have some on hand and find a blend of blackberries, blueberries & raspberries works nicely)
- 1 medium-sized (approximately 17.5 ounce) jar of your favorite, complementary jam (blackberry is a favorite in this sauce)
If using fresh berries, simply warm desired amount of jam in a small saucepan over low-medium heat, adding fresh berries as jam begins to bubble. Cook for 3-5 minutes over low heat, stirring often. As berries begin to break down, remove sauce from heat and pour into serving dish. Serve immediately.
If using frozen berries, pour desired amount of fruit into a small saucepan and warm over low-medium heat. As berries begin to soften and break down, add desired amount of complementary jam and stir gently for 3-5 minutes or until sauce is warmed through. Remove from heat and pour into serving dish. Serve immediately.
Berry to Jam Ratios:
Because you are relying on the sugar in the jam to (slightly) thicken the juices from the berries, you’ll want to use these approximate guidelines until you discover what combination works best for you:
- 12 ounces fresh or frozen berries to about 12-15 ounces of complementary jam
- 16 ounces fresh or frozen berries to 1 full jar (approximately 17.5 ounces) complementary jam
To create a thicker sauce, use more jam. For a thinner sauce, add more berries.
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Nothing like working with fresh berries. This easy sauce is a wonderful introductory recipe for the beginner cook and for those whose time in the kitchen is limited.
Thank you for sharing.
Elaine
I think you should cater breakfast at BlogHer!
I was just thinking of making pancakes for supper, if only I had this lovely sauce to go with them…but hey I do have my blueberry Grand Marnier preserves:D
i love when you can amp up an already tasty dish with something so quick and easy. and pretty–love the color.
perfetto for this time of year.. thanx
gp
This is my favorite trick for the last of the batch of berries and the slightly stale leftover pound cake. Thanks so much for reminding us of another joy of summer.