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Fruit sauce for desserts and breakfast, source of vitamin C
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Raspberry fruit sauce (40 g) has 34 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.2 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 7.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 40 g
34
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
8.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 94% · Protein 3% · Fat 3%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 34 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 40 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 7 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 43 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 68 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 100 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 120 g | 102 kcal |
Calculated from 85 calories per 100 g.
Raspberry fruit sauce is made by gently cooking raspberries with sugar until they soften, then mashing or blending them. Strain it for a smoother finish, or leave the seeds in for more texture.
Raspberry fruit sauce pairs well with cheesecake, ice cream, pancakes, waffles, and yogurt. You can also spoon it over oatmeal or use it between cake layers for a tart, fruity contrast.
Yes, frozen raspberries work well in raspberry fruit sauce. Add them straight to the pan and cook until soft; they release extra liquid as they thaw, so simmer the sauce longer if it seems runny.
To make seedless raspberry fruit sauce, press the cooked berries through a fine-mesh strainer with the back of a spoon. Blending alone will not remove the seeds, and can make them more noticeable.
Raspberry fruit sauce and raspberry coulis are very similar: both are smooth raspberry toppings. Coulis usually means a strained, thinner fruit purée, while raspberry fruit sauce may be thicker or include pieces, depending on the recipe.
Simmer raspberry fruit sauce uncovered to evaporate excess liquid and thicken it naturally. For a quicker fix, stir in a little cornstarch mixed with cold water, then cook briefly until the sauce thickens.
Yes, raspberry fruit sauce is a classic cheesecake topping. Let it cool before spreading it over the cake so it does not soften the surface; strain it first if you want a smooth finish.
Homemade raspberry fruit sauce generally keeps for a few days in the refrigerator when stored in a clean, sealed container. Use a clean spoon each time, and discard it if you notice mold, an off smell, or an unusual appearance.
Yes, raspberry fruit sauce freezes well. Cool it first, divide it into airtight freezer-safe containers, and leave a little room for expansion. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir before serving if the texture has separated.
Yes, raspberry fruit sauce can be made without added sugar; simmer the berries until they break down and taste the sauce before serving. Riper raspberries tend to taste sweeter, while lemon juice can make an unsweetened sauce seem tarter.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
7.2mg · 8% DV
Vitamin K
2.8µg · 2% DV
Folate
7.2µg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
48mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
5.2mg · 1% DV
Sodium
0.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 34 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (40 g):
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Raspberry fruit sauce is a spoonable fruit topping made from crushed or cooked raspberries, sometimes sweetened or sharpened with a little lemon. It may be smooth or retain some seeds and fruit pieces. Its sweet-tart flavour works over pancakes, porridge or yoghurt at breakfast, and is commonly served with ice cream, cheesecake and other desserts. In home kitchens, it can be stirred through yoghurt or spooned onto a simple pudding.
The sauce is mostly carbohydrate, with little fat or protein; the fruit contributes some fibre and vitamin C. For a lighter topping, choose one with less added sugar and use a modest spoonful, or pair it with plain yoghurt rather than a richer dessert.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.