Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, and water. Stir gently to mix everything together.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. The blueberries will begin to burst and release their juices as it heats.
- Use the back of a spoon or a potato masher to gently mash the berries. Let the mixture simmer for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and vanilla extract. The lemon brightens the flavor while the vanilla adds warm depth.
- If you prefer a smooth syrup, pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove the skins. If you like a more rustic texture, you can skip this step.
- Allow the syrup to cool before transferring it to a jar or an airtight syrup bottle. It will thicken more as it cools.
Last Step:
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Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
For a thicker syrup, cook it a few minutes longer after mashing the berries.
Try adding spices like cinnamon for an extra layer of flavor.
- Prep Time: N/A
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sauces
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg