Homemade Blueberry Syrup is simply better than store bought. You control the ingredients, ensuring the freshest blueberries and the perfect level of sweetness. No artificial flavors or high-fructose corn syrup in this simple recipe.
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Why this Blueberry Syrup Recipe is a Keeper
I love this recipe for blueberry syrup as it takes less than 10 minutes. My family has a field of amazing blueberry bushes and I am always trying to think up new ways to use this amazing berry.
- Quick: This syrup is so quick and easy to make. It elevates everything you can think to use it on.
- Easy Ingredients: It only takes a few ingredients and a few minutes.
- Family Friendly: Fresh and fruity and sweet, it will be a hit!
- Adaptable: Can make this recipe blueberry compote low sugar, you can use frozen blueberries or fresh blueberries.
If you’re looking for more Blueberry recipes, try these Blueberry Lemon Loaf, Blueberry Pineapple Smoothie, and Blueberry Cherry Dump Cake.
How do I select the ripest and juiciest blueberries?
Avoid wrinkled, shriveled, or mushy berries – they’re past their prime. Look for a deep blue color and they should feel firm but yield slightly.
Ingredient Notes to Make Blueberry Syrup
This recipe takes only a few simple ingredients. Just the berries, sugar and water and a few other pantry staples.
- Blueberries: Fresh blueberries or frozen blueberries, obviously fresh is best.
- Lemon: Lemon juice and lemon zest.
- Cornstarch: This is the thickener to make a rich syrup.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions for Blueberry Simple Syrup
You can make the perfect blueberry syrup by adding a few simple things such as fresh herbs, make a thicker syrup or a make simple syrup that is sweeter.
- Sugar: Adjust the sugar to your taste. Honey or maple syrup can add interesting flavor variations. Artificial sweetener is also great in this recipe.
- Cinnamon: Add a little of this sweet spice to the blueberry flavor in the syrup.
- Vanilla: A drizzle of vanilla extract will enhance this blueberry simple syrup.
Special Equipment Needed for the Waffle or Cocktail Syrup
Truly the only thing you need to make this blueberry syrup is a good quality strainer and good airtight bottles or jars.
- Fine Mesh Strainer: Include at least 1 full sentence why you need this.
Pro Tip to Love this Recipe
A sprig of rosemary, thyme, or mint simmered with the blueberries can add a delightful complexity. Just remove it before straining.
How to Make Homemade Blueberry Syrup
This simple to make recipe can be used with so many different ways. Make blueberry cocktails, top pancakes, blueberry lemonade or use on anything you want to have a sweet blueberry flavor.
These are the basic steps for making blueberry pancake syrup. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
1. Add the Berries and Stir Occasionally
First, in a small saucepan, add blueberries, ½ cup water, and sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest and bring to a boil. Stirring continuously. Then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 6-7 minutes.
2. Thicken
Next, in a small bowl combine ½ tablespoon of cornstarch and ¼ cold water until well mixed together and then add cornstarch mixture to blueberry mixture and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until desired thickness Strain syrup through a fine mesh strainer.
3. Cool and Store this Delicious Recipe
Finally, then ladle into an airtight container jar or bottle. If desired continue to seal using a hot water bath canner.
Recipe FAQs for Easy Blueberry Pancake Syrup
Of course, it is a wonderful way to prolong this simple syrup. These are the best canning recommendations and techniques with little total time.
Drench your waffles or French toast. Drizzle over a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a homemade blueberry sundae. Glaze your muffins or cake for a professional-looking finish and to infuse flavor. Use it in cocktails, lemonade, marinades for grilled meats, or even as a topping for savory cheese platters.
Yes, you can add other fresh fruit such as strawberry, blackberry, raspberry or even make a mixed berry homemade syrup by combining them all.
You can make the syrup and place syrup in an airtight container or freeze in ice cube tray for individual servings.
Expert Tips for Making This Easy Blueberry Syrup Recipe
This blueberry simple syrup recipe can be made with fresh or frozen blueberries that you thaw. It’s so easy to make and adapt this recipe with a few little tricks.
- Add more lemon: Really a little more lemon zest will add more flavor to this easy blueberry simple syrup.
- Short cut tip: For a smoother syrup, use an immersion blender.
- Variation tip: A pinch of salt can enhance the flavor of this syrup.
- Different Citrus: Orange or even grapefruit zest can add a bright, refreshing note that complements the awesome recipe.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Blueberries, fresh or frozen
- ½ cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- Lemon, zest
- ½ Tbsp Cornstarch
- ¼ cup Water, cold
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, add blueberries, ½ cup water, and 2 Tbsp sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest or lemon oil and heat to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 6-7 minutes.
- In a small bowl combine ½ Tbsp cornstarch and ¼ cold water till well mixed together. Add cornstarch mixture to blueberry mixture and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until desired thickness.
Christina’s Notes
- Add more lemon: Really a little more lemon zest will add more flavor.
- Short cut tip: For a smoother syrup, use an immersion blender.
- Variation tip: A pinch of salt can enhance the flavor of this syrup.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
Made this syrup recipe and it was delicious. It’s not too sweat to eat.
Love! Love! Love! This is my favorite syrup to serve with overnight French toast. Delicious!
Just wonderful! This was perfect for our Sunday pancakes. Thanks for the recipe.
I love making jams and syrups myself. So much better than anything you can get at the shop. This syrup is delicious. I like how it only has two spoons of sugar. Thank you so much for sharing!
My family loves this blueberry syrup recipe. It is so simple and flavorful, perfect for our favorite french toast. Must-try!