Fresh Blueberry Syrup Recipes

FRESH BLUEBERRY SYRUP

Steps:

• Combine the blueberries, maple syrup, cinnamon stick and lemon zest in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally, and continue to cook until the blueberries just start to pop, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, discard the cinnamon stick and zest strips and stir in the butter and lemon juice. Serve warm over pancakes, waffles or ice cream.

BLUEBERRY SIMPLE SYRUP

Steps:

• Mix blueberries, water, and sugar together using a whisk in a small saucepan over low heat until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium and bring a gentle boil, stirring often, until syrup is thickened, about 15 minutes.
• Whisk lemon juice into syrup; serve immediately or cool.

SYRUP FOR BLUEBERRY PANCAKES

Steps:

• Place ingredients in a small saucepan and stir well.
• Cook over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar, and pressing berries against the side of pan to crush slightly, until berries get slightly soft and mixture gets syrupy, 10-12 minutes.
• Can serve warm or cool.

BLUEBERRY VANILLA SYRUP

Steps:

• Combine sugar and cornstarch in a large pot. Pour in water, corn syrup, and lemon juice. Stir in blueberries and vanilla bean. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until thickened and infused with vanilla flavor, about 5 minutes. Remove syrup from heat.
• Strain syrup into 3 hot, sterilized half-pint canning jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
• Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 minutes.
• Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool, about 1 hour. Press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.