Best Macerated Berry Topping Recipes

Macerated Berry Topping image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 2

4 cups mixed berries (slice larger ones)
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

Combine berries with sugar. Stir occasionally for 45 minutes, and watch as they transform into a vibrant, juicy sauce. Serve over ice cream, pancakes, or shortcake. For a float, alternate the berries with scoops of ice cream and top it all off with seltzer.

Stewed Fresh Berries image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories dessert

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 half-pints fresh raspberries, divided
Half-pint fresh blueberries
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon orange zest
1/3 cup water
2 teaspoons framboise (raspberry brandy), optional

Steps:

Combine a half-pint of raspberries, all the blueberries, sugar, zest and 1/3 cup water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and cook uncovered over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes. The juice will become a syrup and the berries will be slightly cooked. Off the heat, stir in the remaining raspberries and the framboise, if desired.

Classic Pound Cake Topping image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Number Of Ingredients 4

Steps:

To make macerated-berry topping, combine berries, sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl. Cover; refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes. Serve with whipped cream.