Description
A simple and delicious homemade blueberry syrup made from fresh blueberries, sugar, and a touch of cornstarch to thicken. Perfect for drizzling over pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or cheesecake.
Ingredients
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Thickening Mixture
- 1 tbsp corn starch
- 2 tbsp cold water
Syrup
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Mix the thickening agent: In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water, stirring until fully dissolved. This mixture will help thicken the syrup later. Set aside.
- Simmer the blueberries: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of fresh blueberries, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 1/2 cup of water. Place over medium-low heat and simmer gently without bringing to a full boil. Allow the blueberries to soften and the mixture to start thickening.
- Incorporate the thickener: Once the berries have softened and the liquid is beginning to thicken, slowly stir in the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan. Continue cooking and stirring to prevent lumps.
- Cook to syrup consistency: Maintain the heat and cook for a total of approximately 20 minutes, or until the liquid thickens to a syrupy consistency. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Cool and serve: Let the syrup cool for about 5 minutes. It will thicken slightly as it cools. Pour over waffles, pancakes, ice cream, or cheesecake and enjoy!
Notes
- This blueberry syrup is perfect for breakfast dishes like pancakes and waffles, adding a fresh fruity flavor.
- It also makes an excellent dessert topping for ice cream or cheesecake.
- You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For a smoother syrup, you can strain out blueberry skins before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (about 30ml)
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
