Blueberry Simple Syrup and Topping
This Blueberry Simple Syrup is bursting with the sweetness of fresh, plump blueberries. This quick and easy 2 ingredient simple syrup is a 2-in-1 recipe! The byproduct of this tasty simple syrup is a delicious blueberry topping that is terrific on breakfast items, yogurt, ricotta toast, ice cream, and more. The blueberry syrup can be used on so many things, including pancakes, waffles, pastries, and dessert items, and it’s absolutely amazing in cocktails and drinks!
To learn how to make this delicious blueberry simple syrup recipe see the printable recipe card below, or take a look at the recipe video. For recipe ideas on how to use this Blueberry Simple Syrup and Topping, visit my Blog Comments & Tips below.
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RECIPE
(Printable recipe card below.)
BLUEBERRY SIMPLE SYRUP (AND TOPPING)
Ingredients
Instructions
- To a heavy 3 quart saucepan, add water, sugar, and blueberries. Stir to combine, and place on medium heat. Stirring frequently, bring to a boil (about 7-10 minutes), and boil for 1 minute.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 5 minutes stirring frequently. Remove from heat, and allow to cool for 45 minutes.
- Place a fine mesh strainer over a large measuring cup (4 cup), and strain syrup and blueberries. With a small spoon, gently lift blueberries from side to side to help drain the liquid (do not push them down). Set aside blueberry topping. Use a funnel to pour blueberry syrup into an airtight bottle or bottle with dispenser.
Notes
- Store refrigerated in airtight containers. Blueberry simple syrup can be stored for up to 1 month. Blueberry topping should be enjoyed within 5 days.
- Recipe can be made ahead of time.
- Makes about 1 ½ cups of blueberry simple syrup (24 servings - 1 tablespoon per serving), and about 1 cup of blueberry topping (8 servings - 2 tablespoons per serving).
Nutrition Facts
Calories
39.11Fat (grams)
0.07 gSat. Fat (grams)
0 gCarbs (grams)
10.09 gFiber (grams)
0.3 gNet carbs
9.79 gSugar (grams)
9.55 gProtein (grams)
0.09 gSodium (milligrams)
0.69 mgCholesterol (grams)
0 mgNutritional information provided is strictly an estimate and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Delicious in cocktails and drinks, and over pancakes, waffles, pastries, and dessert items. Try it on my Blueberry Cinnamon Baked French Toast, or in my Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade (recipes coming soon)!
VIDEO
How to Make Blueberry Simple Syrup and Topping!
Blog Comments & Tips
Bursting with blueberry flavor!
The uses are endless for this Blueberry Simple Syrup and Topping recipe! From pancakes to desserts, and drinks to cocktails, this 2-in1 recipe uses one pan, and takes only minutes to make. The burst of fresh blueberry flavor will elevate your favorite dishes and drinks. The byproduct of this tasty simple syrup is a delicious blueberry topping that is delicious on so many breakfast and dessert items.
Both the blueberry topping and blueberry syrup are amazing on tons of recipes. Try them on my Blueberry Cinnamon Baked French Toast (recipe coming soon), or on pancakes, waffles, pastries, yogurt, blueberry ricotta toast, ice cream, and the list goes on! The blueberry simple syrup is amazing in drinks and cocktails, like my Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade (recipe coming soon), and my Fizzy Blueberry Gin Cocktail (recipe coming soon). This recipe doesn't require hours in the kitchen. With only two ingredients (plus a little water), a bit of stirring, and a quick straining, you'll be drizzling this irresistible sweetness over your food and drink creations in no time!
Trust me when I say that this is a wonderful blueberry simple syrup recipe where both the syrup and topping can be used on so many foods and drinks! I’m so glad my former blog partner, Leigh, shared this recipe with me as it has inspired me to make so many recipes using both the blueberry syrup and the topping!
How do you ensure the best results from this recipe?
My 5 tips to making a delicious Blueberry Simple Syrup and Topping:
Use fresh organic blueberries. I don’t like using frozen in this recipe, as it changes the intensity of the blueberry flavor and adds too much water.
Use filtered water for the best flavor.
Make sure you stir the syrup frequently. Otherwise the sugars will stick to the pan, and might burn. This would create a bitter taste to your syrup.
When straining, do not push down on the blueberries. Just gently lift them from side to side in the strainer to help the liquid drain a little more.
The syrup will thicken as it cools. Store the simple syrup in the refrigerator in an airtight container (airtight bottle or bottle with dispenser) for up to 1 month. The topping should also be refrigerated in an airtight container and should be enjoyed within 5 days.
It’s time to customize and Pimp My Recipe.
Pimp My Recipe:
Make it Spiced: If you are not going to use the syrup in drinks or cocktails, then spice it up with a bit of cinnamon! Just add one whole cinnamon stick to the mixture in Step 1. For a more subtle cinnamon flavor, discard the stick once you remove the pan from the heat. For a stronger cinnamon flavor, leave the cinnamon stick in the pan while it’s cooling. Then strain and discard the cinnamon. The spiced syrup is delicious on French toast, waffles, pancakes, ice cream, and more! The topping is equally as delicious on these items.
Make it Thicker: If you want it thicker to use this as blueberry syrup (and not as a simple syrup, which is thinner), then just boil it a little longer. Instead of boiling it for 1 minute, boil for 3 minutes. Then reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes for a thicker syrup. It will thicken as it cools.
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Happy Cooking!
Mich
Footnote: Remember to stir frequently to prevent the sugars from sticking and burning.
A big thanks to Leigh, my former blog partner, for this recipe. Only a couple of timing changes were made to her original recipe. Trust me when I say that this is a great blueberry simple syrup recipe where both the syrup and topping can be used on so many foods and drinks!
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