Rum Raisin Sauce Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of raisins and 1/2 cup of rum. Let the raisins soak in the rum for at least 30 minutes.
• STEP 2.After the raisins have soaked, add 1 cup of water, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to the saucepan. Stir well to combine.
• STEP 3.Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
• STEP 4.Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool slightly. Serve the rum raisin sauce warm over desserts like ice cream or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Cooking Tips

• You can use dark or golden rum for this sauce, depending on your preference.
• If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend the mixture in a blender or use an immersion blender to puree the raisins.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar to your taste. You can add more if you prefer a sweeter sauce or reduce it for a less sweet version.

Storage and Serving

• Store the rum raisin sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
• To serve, warm the sauce slightly in the microwave or on the stovetop before drizzling it over desserts.
• This sauce is delicious when served over ice cream, cakes, bread pudding, or even pancakes.