Sweet Sauces

Made with vanilla extract, unsweetened chocolate, sour cream, sugar, brown sugar, milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Low-fat means you can have your caramel sauce and eat it, too. Vanilla extract and double-strength brewed coffee add some unique notes to this sweet sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with Grand Marnier liqueur, egg yolks, sugar, milk, vanilla bean

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This slow cooked fudge sauce is a rich and delicious dessert sauce that is perfect for topping ice cream, brownies, cake, or just eating with a spoon.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

Add an extra layer of deliciousness to your desserts with this rich, shiny chocolate glaze.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Made with butter, brown sugar, lemon, lemon peel, orange peel, ginger liqueur, brandy

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Turning coconut milk into a sweet syrup is so easy. Any drinks you add it to or desserts you drizzle it on will be absolutely decadent.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with currants, raspberries, sour cherries, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Give your sweet treats a luxurious upgrade with this homemade caramel sauce. In just a few easy steps, you'll have a golden, buttery sauce. Drizzle it on and take your sweet treats to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Pancakes are already on the griddle and there's no syrup in the house? No time to panic. A few pantry staples later and the morning is saved.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Adding a twist to your usual pancake or waffle breakfast can be as simple as this syrup recipe. Use your favorite gelatin flavors for a different syrup each time.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Pour this creamy bourbon-chocolate-vanilla sauce over ice cream, cheesecake, waffles - anywhere you want a splash of boozy chocolate flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This orange chocolate sauce recipe is perfect for crepes, ice cream, or even try a bit stirred into your coffee for a real treat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

We've all seen the marshmallow creme that comes in a jar at the grocery store. It's really easy to make at home so why buy it?


Time:   under 30 minutes

Looking for a rich and delicious topping for your favorite desserts? Try this butter caramel sauce. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, cakes, or any dessert in need of a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Make your own Magic Shell ice cream topping. The chocolate syrup-like sauce hardens when it hits the ice cream making a crunchy shell.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This simple, sweet cherry sauce pairs wonderfully with roasted meat or game. Serve it on pork chops, ham steaks, roast duck, etc.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Create a delightful caramel glaze in under 10 minutes with this simple recipe. Using brown sugar, butter, and evaporated milk, it provides a rich texture that complements a variety of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Pomegranate molasses is popular in middle eastern cooking and delicious as a glaze on cooked meat. 8 fresh pomegranates should yield about 4 1/2 cups juice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Got frozen peaches? Make a delicious peach sauce right in your slow cooker. Sweet, spiced, and perfect for desserts or breakfast toppers.

Method:   crock pot, microwave
Time:   over 5 hours

Why sip eggnog when you can spoon it? Whip up this eggnog dessert sauce and add a dollop of cheer to your favorite desserts. It's the holiday hero your cheesecake deserves.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

No shortage of uses for this delicious spread, and it's easy enough to make with kids. Throw it on toast, throw it on pancakes, throw it straight on a spoon.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

If you're making towering sundaes or a decadent chocolate cake, store-bought chocolate sauce drizzled on top just won't cut it.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Simple syrup is... simple. It's simply made with sugar and water and is used to sweeten cold drinks or cocktails where sugar won't easily dissolve.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with sugar, lemon juice, mangoes, orange juice


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Grand Marnier, sugar, cornstarch, orange rind, lemon rind, orange juice, lemon juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Blueberry syrup is a classic topping on pancakes or waffles, but it also makes a great dessert syrup (try it on pound cake or ice cream).

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This rich chocolate sauce recipe swaps out a few ingredients for some healthier options.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This raspberry sauce can be made with either fresh or frozen raspberries. It is also a great way to dress up classic desserts like ice cream sundaes and cheesecakes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with brandy, sugar, cornstarch, salt, butter, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This may be the most delicious caramel sauce you ever taste!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with vanilla extract, sour cream, butter, pecans, brown sugar, heavy cream, cinnamon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Tia Maria liqueur, butter, unsweetened cocoa, sugar, cornstarch, water, corn syrup, unsweetened chocolate

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cornstarch, crepes or thin pancakes, frozen strawberries, cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This sweet and creamy maple sauce can be used for breakfast on pancakes or waffles, or as a dessert over ice cream or cheesecake.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This sweet, slightly boozy sauce is delicious on pound cake, cheesecake, ice cream... any dessert where you want a splash of fruity flavor.


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with vanilla bean, milk, sugar, egg yolks, cornstarch

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cornstarch, red current jelly, dark sweet cherries, Dijon mustard, ruby port, orange peel, orange juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with brandy or amaretto, butter, peaches, brown sugar, blueberries, lemon peel

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Kahlua, salt, whipping cream, sugar, semisweet chocolate, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt, almonds, milk, eggs, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, semisweet chocolate

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The sweet, fruity sauce perfectly complements salty baked ham or roast pork.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with lime juice, candied ginger, sugar, cornstarch, lychees, butter or margarine

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, pecans, corn syrup, vanilla extract

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with whipping cream, root beer, sugar, water, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, chocolate syrup, sweetened condensed milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with fresh or frozen mixed berries, seedless raspberry preserves

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with mint extract, corn syrup, vanilla extract, sugar, water, butter, semisweet chocolate chips

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with whipped cream, vanilla extract, butter, brown sugar, flour, milk, brewed coffee, corn syrup

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with vanilla ice cream, rhubarb, sugar, ground ginger, orange peel, cinnamon stick, strawberries, white grape juice, pound cake

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with walnuts, vanilla extract, unsweetened chocolate, butter or margarine, sugar, salt, whipping cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with fruit juice, cream of tartar, sugar, lemon juice, arrowroot or cornstarch

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with sugar, water, liqueur

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Combining rich peanut butter with sweet maple syrup, it's a hassle-free topping for your pancakes or waffles. Ready in less than 10 minutes. Great for both kids and adults.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with fresh ginger, sugar, dried apricots, cranberry juice, cranberries

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with brandy, fresh strawberries, fresh blueberries, confectioners' sugar


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with pecans, cinnamon, blueberries, water, brown sugar, sugar, apple, orange

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours