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A small jar of blueberry syrup on the table with a bottle of it in the background and a bowl of blueberries.
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Blueberry Simple Syrup

This recipe for Blueberry Syrup is made with just 3 ingredients, including fresh and juicy blueberries. It’s the perfect addition to drinks, desserts, and more.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time34 minutes
Servings: 8 servings (makes 2 cups)
Calories: 117kcal
Author: Karin and Ken

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Allow to simmer for 15 minutes then remove from heat.
  • Use a potato masher to smash the blueberries and let the mixture sit for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Use a fine mesh strainer to separate the blueberries from the syrup/juice.
  • Allow the syrup to cool before transferring to jars or bottles.

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Notes

  • Don’t cook on high heat: Make sure that the heat doesn’t get too high as it can burn the sugar.
  • Skip the strainer: Like the chunky blueberry pieces? Don’t strain the syrup!
  • Adjust the sweetness: Taste test the syrup and add more or less sugar based on your personal preference.

Nutrition

Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 29mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg