Homemade Blueberry Simple Syrup Recipe (Quick & Easy!)

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Homemade Blueberry Simple Syrup Recipe (Quick & Easy!)

Make this easy blueberry simple syrup in just 20 minutes! Perfect for drinks, pancakes, or desserts, this versatile recipe uses fresh or frozen berries and can be adapted for the whole family.

Prep Time8

Cook Time12

Total Time20

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: fruit recipe, syrup recipe

Servings: servings, 1 cup

Calories: 107kcal

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Equipment

Weck Jar

Jelly Jars

Ingredients

1 Cup Blueberries fresh or frozen
1 Cup Granulated Sugar
1 Cup Water
1 Teaspoon Lemon Juice optional, but brightens the flavor

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, add the blueberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice (if using).
1 Cup Blueberries, 1 Cup Granulated Sugar, 1 Cup Water, 1 Teaspoon Lemon Juice
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. The blueberries will burst, and the syrup will deepen in color.
Place a fine mesh strainer over a bowl or jar. Pour the mixture through to remove the berry skins.
If you prefer a thicker syrup, press the berries gently with the back of a spoon.
Let the syrup cool, then transfer it to a clean glass jar or bottle. Refrigerate.

Notes

Tips for the Best Blueberry Syrup

Use ripe berries for maximum flavor.
Don’t skip the simmer—this releases the blueberry juices.
For a richer syrup, simmer an additional 5 minutes.
For a clear, smooth syrup, avoid pressing the berries too firmly. Line the fine mesh strainer with a cheesecloth.
Add lemon juice to help preserve color and balance sweetness.

Switch up the Berries

This recipe works beautifully with other berries such as strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries. If you’re using raspberries or blackberries, you can strain out the seeds through a fine mesh sieve to get a smoother syrup.

Thicker Syrup

If you prefer a thicker, pourable syrup for pancakes or waffles, stir together 1 tablespoon cornstarch with ½ tablespoon water to make a slurry. Mix it into the syrup right before bringing it to a boil, and let it cook until it thickens slightly.

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