This homemade blueberry syrup is a tasty addition to anything from cocktails and mocktails to pancakes and waffles! Enjoy this simple, flavorful blueberry syrup.
This blueberry syrup is a great addition to cocktails, adding a sweet and fruity flavor to your drinks! I’ve used it in cocktails and mocktails. But it’s also been a great topping for oatmeal, waffles, and pancakes. You’ll be surprised how easy it is to make this tasty syrup! You only need a few simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- Blueberries- You can use fresh or frozen blueberries.
- Sugar- You’ll need granulated sugar to create the syrup.
- Water- You’ll use 1 part water to 1 part sugar.
How to Make Blueberry Syrup
Ways to Use Blueberry Syrup
Once you make a batch of this syrup, you’ll want to use it in everything!
- Cocktails: Use blueberry syrup as a sweetener in your cocktails to add a fruity twist. It pairs well with gin, vodka, tequila, and whiskey. Try it in a blueberry margarita, blueberry mojito, or blueberry gin and tonic. My favorite way to use it is this blueberry lemon drop martini!
- Mocktails: Blueberry syrup is also great in non-alcoholic drinks like lemonade, iced tea, or soda water. Add a splash of blueberry syrup to your drink for a sweet and fruity flavor.
- Desserts: Drizzle blueberry syrup over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or cheesecake for a sweet and fruity topping.
- Breakfast: Use blueberry syrup as a topping for oatmeal, yogurt, or granola. It’s a delicious way to start your day with a burst of flavor.
- Marinade: Mix blueberry syrup with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger to make a flavorful marinade for chicken, pork, or salmon.
- Salad Dressing: Use blueberry syrup as a base for a salad dressing. Mix it with olive oil, vinegar, and Dijon mustard for a delicious vinaigrette.
- Baking: Add blueberry syrup to your baking recipes for a fruity twist. It works well in muffins, scones, or cakes.
How to Store Blueberry Syrup
Let the syrup cool to room temperature before transferring it to a container. Use an airtight container with a tight-fitting lid. Pour the blueberry syrup into the container and seal it tightly. Store the blueberry syrup in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can freeze the syrup if you want to store it for longer than a month. Pour the syrup into a freezer-safe container or ice cube tray, and freeze for up to 6 months.
PrintHomemade Blueberry Syrup
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 1 1/2 cups syrup 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This homemade blueberry syrup is a tasty addition to anything from cocktails and mocktails to pancakes and waffles! Enjoy this simple, flavorful, blueberry syrup.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Combine the blueberries, water, and sugar in a medium-sized saucepan.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the blueberries have burst and released their juices, about 5-10 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
- Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth, pressing down on the blueberries to extract all of the juice.
- Let the syrup cool to room temperature before using it in your cocktails.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
You can store the blueberry syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to a month. Enjoy your delicious blueberry syrup in cocktails like a blueberry martini or blueberry gin fizz!
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