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Blueberry simple syrup in a glass bottle with stopper.
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Homemade Blueberry Simple Syrup Recipe

Easy to make, this homemade blueberry syrup recipe is a great way to make the most of your blueberries. Perfect for adding flavor your favorite drinks, both cocktails and non-alcoholic.
Course Drinks, Ingredient
Cuisine American
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings 1.5 cups
Calories 570kcal
Author Slow The Cook Down

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup blueberries (150g)
  • 1 cup sugar (200g)
  • 1 cup water (235ml)

Instructions

  • Add the blueberries, sugar and water to a small pan. Give a little stir to mix everything together.
    1 cup blueberries, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water
  • Place on the stovetop on a medium high heat and bring to a boil.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • During cooking, smash the blueberries with the back of a spoon or a potato masher to break them up and release the juices.
  • After simmering, pass the syrup through a fine mesh sieve to separate the skins and seeds.
  • Let the syrup cool before transferring to a clean glass jar or bottle and store in the fridge or freezer.

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Notes

  • Use the back of a spoon or a potato masher to break down the berries as they simmer. This helps to release the juices and results in a stronger flavor.
  • I find a fine mesh strainer perfect to use to remove the skins and small seeds. There's a little graininess, but you really don't notice it when mixed. For a smoother syrup, you can use cheesecloth to drain it.
  • Keep the discarded skins! Use them to top a cheesecake, or spread on toast like a jam!
 
Nutritional information is based on the whole recipe.

Nutrition

Calories: 570kcal | Carbohydrates: 147g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 79mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 143g | Vitamin A: 53IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.3mg