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Blueberry Simple Syrup

Bursting with the sweet and slightly tart blueberries, this homemade Blueberry Simple Syrup will elevate your lemonades, pancakes, and cocktails with the essence of pure summer goodness.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Sauces and Dips
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 tablespoons
Calories: 88kcal

Ingredients

  • 18 ounces fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice OPTIONAL

Instructions

  • Combine the berries, sugar, and water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • When the berries soften and begin to burst, reduce the heat to a simmer and press down gently on the berries with a wooden spoon as they burst. Continue cooking for 8-10 minutes, until the berries have broken down and the liquid turns deep purple.
  • Remove the pan from the heat. Place a fine mesh strainer over a bowl and pour the blueberry mixture through it. After straining, discard the bits of cooked berries in the strainer. Add a tiny bit of lemon juice to the syrup now, if desired.
  • Allow the syrup to cool completely before transferring it to a glass jar for storage in the refrigerator. The syrup will last for several weeks.

Nutrition

Calories: 88kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 34mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 23IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg