Learn how to make Blueberry Syrup that takes about 10 minutes to prepare and uses simple ingredients. This blueberry syrup recipe is perfect for pouring over pancakes, waffles, French toast, and ice cream.
Homemade syrups are an easy way to upgrade just about any breakfast pancake or waffle. All you need are fresh or frozen berries, sugar, water, cornstarch, and a fresh lemon. Once made, your syrup will last in the fridge for up to 1 month. Or, you can freeze it for up to 6 months – no canning necessary.
How to Make Blueberry Syrup
Whenever I find myself with a surplus of blueberries, this recipe for blueberry syrup is the first one I reach for. In less than 15 minutes, your breakfast or brunch can go from ordinary to exciting. All it takes is a little sugar, cornstarch slurry, and fresh lemon juice.
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Feel free to infuse a little extra flavor into your syrup by adding lavender, fresh thyme, basil, or mint. You can also strain out the blueberries to turn this into a smooth syrup to add to cocktails or cool summer drinks like this Mint Lemonade.
Key Ingredients
- Blueberries – both fresh and frozen blueberries work great for making this syrup. You can also use any combination of blueberries, strawberries, blackberries, or raspberries.
- Sugar – we use regular white granulated sugar. You could substitute a touch of honey if you wanted, too.
- Water – you’ll be adding water into the pot along with the sugar and berries, as well as a separate measurement of cold water to make a slurry with the cornstarch.
- Cornstarch – this will help to thicken the syrup.
- Fresh Lemons – this recipe calls for both the lemon juice and lemon zest of fresh lemons. Lemon balances the flavor of the sweet blueberries, and it helps set up the natural pectins in the berries while they cook.
Instructions for How to Make Blueberry Syrup
- Cook the blueberries. In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and cornstarch. Whisk until combined, then add the blueberries, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Over medium high heat, bring to a boil. Continue to boil, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute, or until the berries are soft and plump.
- Stir in the vanilla. Remove from the heat, add the vanilla extract, and stir.
- Serve. Allow the berry syrup to cool slightly before serving with pancakes, waffles, French toast, ice cream, and more. Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
If you store your syrup in the fridge, it should last for up to 1 month. You can also freeze this syrup and it will last for up to 6 months.
If you prefer your syrup to be smooth, you can strain out the blueberries once they have cooked. If possible, strain through a fine mesh strainer and squeeze as much juice out as you can.
Yes! Both frozen blueberries and fresh blueberries work great for making homemade syrup. You don’t even need to thaw them first. Just toss them into the pot frozen and heat over medium low until they are loosened.
Storing and Reheating Instructions
- Refrigerator: this recipe for Blueberry Syrup will last for up to 1 month in the fridge, as long as it is kept in a jar or another airtight container.
- Freezer: you can also transfer the syrup to freezer bags and freeze flat for up to 6 months. To thaw, just transfer to the refrigerator overnight.
Homemade Blueberry Syrup Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1½ tablespoons lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and cornstarch. Whisk until combined, then add the blueberries, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Over medium high heat, bring to a boil for about 1 minute, or until the berries are soft and plump.
- Remove from the heat, add the vanilla extract, and stir.
- Allow the berry syrup to cool slightly before serving with pancakes, waffles, French toast, ice cream, and more. Enjoy!
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This simple Blueberry Syrup recipe uses fresh or frozen blueberries and just a few other simple ingredients. It’s the perfect accompaniment to all of your favorite breakfast recipes like pancakes, waffles, and French toast.
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Breakfast, Dairy-Free, Desserts, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sauces & Condiments, Syrup, Vegan, Vegetarian,
