Homemade Berry Syrup for Pancakes
Elevate your breakfast game with this luscious homemade berry syrup for pancakes, made with a vibrant blend of mixed berries like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries. This quick and easy recipe takes just 15 minutes and combines fresh fruit, a touch of sugar, zesty lemon juice, and a simple cornstarch slurry to achieve the perfect balance of sweetness and silky texture. Whether you prefer it chunky or strain it for a smoother finish, this rich, fruity syrup is the ultimate topping for pancakes, waffles, or French toast. Make a batch ahead of time and enjoy a burst of berry goodness straight from your fridge all week long! This recipe is as versatile as it is irresistible, making it a must-have addition to your breakfast repertoire.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Water
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Cold water (for cornstarch slurry)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the mixed berries, granulated sugar, water, and lemon juice.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the berries start to release their juices, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 3
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the berries to soften and break down. Use the back of a spoon to gently mash the berries if desired for a smoother syrup.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the cold water to create a slurry.
Step 5
Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering berry mixture, stirring constantly to prevent clumps.
Step 6
Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the syrup thickens to your desired consistency.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the syrup cool slightly. For a smoother texture, you can strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds (optional).
Step 8
Serve warm over pancakes, waffles, or French toast, or let it cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (496.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 584.9 |
| Total Fat 0.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 150.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 129.3g | |
| Protein 2.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 70.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 412.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories