Description
A vibrant, homemade blueberry syrup that brings a burst of berry flavor to pancakes, waffles, yogurt, desserts, and drinks. Made with simple ingredients and ready in minutes, this syrup is sweet, tangy, and bursting with natural color.
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
2 tablespoons water (to mix with cornstarch)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and water. Stir to mix.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes, mashing the berries gently.
- (Optional) Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids.
- (Optional) Return to heat and add a cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water). Stir until thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool. Store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator.