Homemade Blueberry Syrup Recipe (2024)

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This Homemade Blueberry Syrup is the perfect topping for pancakes, ice cream, pound cake, or many other sweet treats. And it couldn’t be easier to make!

When I see fresh blueberries I can’t help but think of Madame Blueberry from The Veggie Tales. If you’re unfamiliar with Madame Blueberry, let me fill you in. She was a hoarder in fruit form. She liked The Stuff Mart and everything in The Stuff Mart. So much so that she filled her tree house to the brim with stuff. All kinds of stuff. Her house became so full that the whole tree whichher house built on bent over to the ground, and, well … it didn’t end all that good for Madame Blueberry. I think she learned her lesson.

I’ve acted a bit like Madame Blueberry for the past few weeks when it comes to blueberries. I can’t help but grab a pint or three when I see the plump little blue berries at the grocery store. It’s like they’re calling my name, “Pick me! Take me home!” And I do.

A delicious homemade Blueberry Pie sure hit the spot, butI found myself short on time (but not on berries)earlier this week and needed to quickly use some of the blueberries before they were past their prime. So I made this super easy homemade Blueberry Syrup. And when I say super easy, I mean super easy. Simple ingredients simmer together to create a beautiful sweet syrup that will take any stack of pancakes or bowl of plain vanilla ice cream to the next level. Or how delicious would warm pound cake with warm blueberry syrup drizzled over the top be? Oh my goodness, so yummy!

It’s such a lovely color too! Deep vivid indigo. So pretty! I think Madame Blueberry would approve.

This Blueberry Syrup can be served warm or store covered and refrigeratedup to a week untilready to serve.

Homemade Blueberry Syrup Recipe

Homemade Blueberry Syrup Recipe (6)

Homemade Blueberry Syrup Recipe

Yield: 6

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

The perfect topping for serving over pancakes, ice cream and pound cake.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups blueberries (about 1 pound of fresh)
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugars, water, lemon juice and cinnamon. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for about 3 minutes, reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 20-25 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat. Serve right away or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Makes about 2 1/2 cups.

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21 comments on “Homemade Blueberry Syrup Recipe”

  1. Tom @ Raise Your GardenReply

    We our out in the county in Buffalo, NY. In about a week we are going to go and pick over 20 pounds of blueberries. We have to freeze some for smoothies but am always looking for another great way to put those fresh berries to use. This is doable and looks delicious. You can put this on top of oatmeal, cereal, pancakes, the list goes on and on. We’ll be making this.

  2. Jocelyn @BruCrew LifeReply

    Absolutely gorgeous pictures of this amazing blueberry syrup!!! My kids all went through the Veggie Tales phase when they were younger, so I know exactly who Madame Blueberry is 🙂

  3. Natalie @ Paper & BirchReply

    oh my you’re killin me with this! It looks soooo good 🙂 looks perfect for the cheesecake I was gonna make this weekend!

  4. bridget {bake at 350}Reply

    Absolutely gorgeous! I’m going to make this and pour it over EVERYTHING!

  5. JessicaReply

    How long will this keep in the refrigerator? It is delicious!

    • Amy Johnson

      Jessica, I kept it refrigerated for about a week (it only lasted that long). 😉

  6. AngieReply

    Amazing stuff!!!

  7. BobbieReply

    Have you ever tried to can this?

    • Amy Johnson

      I havne’t yet.

  8. leonorReply

    When do you add the cinnamon

    • Amy Johnson

      Oh my! Thank you for catching my typo. The cinnamon is added with other ingredients. I corrected the recipe.

  9. EmReply

    The reduction took way too long. So I am thinking maybe Pacific Northwest berries have more volume than South Carolina berries? (not by any chance should our berries be superior to yours, of course) Anyway, next batch, 1/4 C. water. The brown sugar/white sugar combo works well, and I added the lemon juice after the syrup had finished cooking. Any thoughts?

    Thank you
    Em
    Seattle, WA

    • Amy Johnson

      Sounds like a good plan to me, Em! I have found some batches of berries juicier than others over the years.

  10. Doc HickoryReply

    Will be doing this in the morning as a topping for waffles. It looks totally DEE-LISH! I think I actually saw some of the blueberries still bubbling in your gorgeous photos, that’s how fresh they look.

  11. BeckyReply

    This freezes very well!

  12. TerryReply

    I also had some ripening blueberries & no time, so I made this. Didn’t want to squeeze lemon for juice, so I used a good balsamic vinegar instead. O. M. G ! Try it!

    • Terry

      … and I skipped the connamon. 😬

    • Amy Johnson

      I definitely will, Terry. I do love a good balsamic vinegar with berries.

  13. Pam L.Reply

    Just finished up a batch of the syrup. Turned out excellent. The only thing I had done differently was to strain the blueberries about midway through the simmer cycle. Everyone who has had a taste loves it. Now for the buttermilk pancakes!

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Homemade Blueberry Syrup Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How to thicken berry syrup? ›

Make a 1:1 ratio of cornstarch and water.

In a small bowl, combine equal amounts of cornstarch and warm water, starting with 3 tablespoons (44 mL) of each. Mix them together with a spoon until they form a gritty paste. Cornstarch is a thickening agent that won't change the flavor of your syrup.

How do you turn jam into syrup? ›

Scoop the jam into a pot over low heat and add in 4-5 tablespoons of water. Whisk and let jam heat up. You'll start to see the jam become less thick and turn into a syrup consistency. At this point I add a tablespoon of water till I get the consistency I want!

How do you sweeten blueberries? ›

Instead, cook down the berries with sugar in a skillet or sauce pot, stirring and mashing gently with a wooden spoon until they release their juices.

Did Smuckers stop making blueberry syrup? ›

It is a discontinued product, so grab it while you can. The label and certifications can be seen in the pictures. This syrup is ideal for those who love blueberries and want to add a fruity twist to their breakfast. Get your hands on this Smucker's syrup before it's too late!

How to make homemade syrup thick? ›

Boil it more. Maple syrup is typically boiled down to 219 degrees Fahrenheit. If you have syrup that was boiled to less than that, or you like your syrup thicker than standard, just put it in a pot on the stove and boil it to your desired temperature. 240 degrees will get you maple syrup candy.

Why is my homemade syrup runny? ›

If you think the syrup is done, take it off the fire and let it cool a bit. As it cools it should start to thicken if it has turned into syrup. If the syrup is still not thick enough it can be returned to the heat and boiled some more.

How do you make syrup that doesn't harden? ›

The lower heat allows the sugar to dissolve more evenly.
  1. As an alternative solution, before cooking, add corn syrup or a mild acid like lemon juice, vinegar, or cream of tartar to break up crystallization. ...
  2. For the sugar-water ratio of 2:1 needed for rich syrup, add ¼ teaspoon of either corn syrup or a mild acid.
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Do you need pectin for syrup? ›

Removing pectin is important because after concentration we want a thick, but free-flowing, syrup. Pectin can also inhibit some flavors and clarified juices tend to taste brighter.

What flavor enhances blueberry? ›

Botanical blueberry pairings

Citrusy and fresh green notes from cucumber helps to bring out the natural sweetness and fragrant floral notes in fresh blueberries. Rosemary Blueberry: The piney green and gentle earthy notes of rosemary work well alongside a sweet and ripe blueberry flavor.

What does Epsom salt do for blueberries? ›

You can use Epsom salt if your blueberries need magnesium. You should add one tablespoon of Epsom salts and one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to two gallons of water and apply to the base of the blueberry plants. This method can help revive blueberry plants and encourage them to green up.

What do coffee grounds do for blueberries? ›

Coffee grounds are highly acidic, they note, so they should be reserved for acid-loving plants like azaleas and blueberries. And if your soil is already high in nitrogen, the extra boost from coffee grounds could stunt the growth of fruits and flowers.

What happened to blueberry syrup? ›

Where are the Fruit Syrups? Unfortunately, Raspberry Syrup, Strawberry Syrup, and Blueberry Syrups have been discontinued.

What syrup was discontinued? ›

'Count your days' Starbucks customers are all burned up over reports the coffee company is discontinuing its raspberry syrup. Rumblings about the flavored syrup's removal emerged early last week, with fans voicing their disapproval online. For many coffee lovers, the change could mean the end of their menu favorites.

Does unopened blueberry syrup go bad? ›

The short answer is technically no, syrup does not expire. That's due to the high sugar content of pure maple syrup, according to the experts at Ben's Sugar Shack, who produce syrup in New Hampshire.

How can I thicken up my berry sauce? ›

You can try using ingredients like arrowroot powder, tapioca starch, or potato starch as natural thickeners for your sauce. Another option is to reduce the sauce by simmering it for a longer period of time, which can help it naturally thicken as the liquid evaporates.

What is a natural thickening agent for syrup? ›

  • Cornstarch. Cornstarch is the most common thickening agent used in the industry. ...
  • Pre-gelatinized Starches. Pre-gelatinized starches are mixed with sugar and then added to the water or juice. ...
  • Arrowroot. ...
  • Agar-Agar. ...
  • Algin (Sodium Alginate) ...
  • Gelatin. ...
  • Gum Arabic or Acacia. ...
  • Gum Tragacanth.

What is a thickening agent for berries? ›

Blackberries & Raspberries
ThickenerFor 1 cup of fruitFor one 9" pie (8 cups of fruit)
All-purpose flour1 tbsp + 1 tsp1/2 cup + 2 tbsp + 1 tsp
Instant ClearJel2 3/4 tsp1/4 cup + 3 tbsp + 1 tsp
Cornstarch1 tbsp1/2 cup
Quick-cooking tapioca1 tbsp1/2 cup
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How do you thicken store bought strawberry syrup? ›

If the syrup doesn't thicken to your liking, mix 2 teaspoons of cornstarch with ¼ cup water and stir it into the syrup and simmer another 5 minutes or so until thickened.

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