Description
A quick and easy homemade blueberry syrup made with fresh or frozen berries, a touch of sweetness, and a simple thickening method. Perfect for pancakes, waffles, French toast, yogurt, or desserts.
Ingredients
- 2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup sugar or honey
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons water (for the slurry)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, add 1 cup of water, the sugar or honey, and the blueberries. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the blueberries soften and the liquid reduces slightly.
- Turn off the heat.
- In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of water with the cornstarch to form a slurry.
- Stir the slurry into the warm blueberry mixture and let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Serve chunky or blend for a smooth syrup, depending on preference.
Notes
- Add a splash of lemon juice for brightness.
- Stir in vanilla extract or cinnamon after cooking for extra depth.
- Reduce sugar for a tarter flavor.
- Use frozen blueberries directly without thawing.
- Strain after blending for a silky, seed-free finish.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmered
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
