Description
Blueberry Syrup is a delightful, homemade topping that adds a burst of flavor to your breakfast or dessert. This vibrant syrup, made from fresh or frozen blueberries, is easy to prepare and perfect for enhancing pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or even ice cream. With its sweet and tangy notes complemented by a hint of lemon, this syrup transforms ordinary dishes into extraordinary culinary experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons blueberry juice (or grape/apple juice, divided)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 4 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, 1 cup of juice, and sugar. Stir well and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
- Lower the heat and simmer while stirring occasionally for about 6-10 minutes until many blueberries burst.
- In a bowl, whisk the remaining 2 tablespoons of juice with cornstarch. Pour into the saucepan and simmer for an additional minute while stirring until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice for added brightness.
- Optional: For a smoother texture, strain through a mesh sieve or blend in a blender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Syrup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg