The local ice cream haunt stopped selling this classic, so I decided to make it myself
This Wet Walnut Ice Cream Sauce is a delicious and versatile topping that elevates your favorite ice cream sundaes or adds a touch of sophistication to pancakes and waffles. It’s packed with the rich sweetness of maple syrup, the warming flavors of ginger, and the satisfying crunch of chopped walnuts.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Maple Syrup | 1/2 cup |
| Corn Syrup | 1/4 cup |
| Water | 1/4 cup |
| Granulated Sugar | 1/4 cup |
| Fresh Ginger (peeled, chopped) | 1/4 cup |
| Ground Ginger | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Fine Salt | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Roasted Walnuts (chopped) | 1 cup |
| Vanilla Extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Lemon Juice | 1/2 teaspoon |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Syrup Base (5 minutes):
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the maple syrup, corn syrup, water, granulated sugar, chopped fresh ginger, ground ginger, and salt.
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Simmer and Thicken (10-12 minutes):
- Stir the mixture occasionally and bring it to a boil. Then, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10-12 minutes. The syrup will thicken slightly as it reduces.
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Add Walnuts and Simmer (2-3 minutes):
- Stir in the chopped roasted walnuts and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Flavor and Cool (2 minutes):
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon juice for an extra layer of complexity.
- Let the Wet Walnut Ice Cream Sauce cool slightly before serving.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- This sauce can be served warm or at room temperature over ice cream, sundaes, pancakes, waffles, or any dessert that needs a touch of sweetness and crunch.
