Quick Blueberry Syrup

Elevate your breakfast or dessert game with this Quick Blueberry Syrup, a vibrant and versatile topping made in just 15 minutes! Bursting with fresh or frozen blueberries, a hint of lemon juice, and sweetened to perfection, this luscious syrup strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. Thickened with a touch of cornstarch for a silky texture, it pairs beautifully with pancakes, waffles, ice cream, and more. Plus, you can customize the consistency to your liking—strain it for a smooth finish or leave the blueberry chunks for extra texture. With minimal prep and a handful of pantry staples, this homemade syrup is a delightful, flavor-packed alternative to store-bought options.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon cold water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, granulated sugar, water, and lemon juice.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir to combine.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries start to burst, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of cold water to create a slurry.

Step 5

Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the bubbling blueberry mixture while stirring continuously.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the syrup for 2-3 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the syrup cool slightly. It will continue to thicken as it cools.

Step 8

For a smooth syrup, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove blueberry skins. If you prefer a chunkier texture, skip this step.

Step 9

Serve warm over pancakes, waffles, or desserts. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(402.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	317.9

Total Fat 0.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g	0%
Total Sugars 69.8g
Protein 1.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 20.8mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 169.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.6%

Protein: 1.8%

Carbs: 96.7%