Blueberry Simple Syrup
Made with real blueberries, blueberry syrup is the most delicious addition to cocktails, drinks and desserts!
Servings 6 ounces
Calories 78kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup sugar
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, cook the blueberries and water over medium heat for 15 minutes, until the liquid has reduced by half.
- Strain the mixture over a measuring cup, discarding the solids and reserving the liquid. Note the amount of liquid, then return it to the warm saucepan.
- While the liquid is still hot, stir in an equal amount of sugar to create a 1:1 syrup.
- Transfer to a food-safe airtight container, such as a mason jar, and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
After reducing the berries, you should have about 4 ounces of liquid. To make a syrup, use sugar in proportion to the amount of liquid to control the sweetness and consistency.
- For a 1:1 simple syrup, measure the reduced liquid and add an equal amount of sugar (about ½ cup).
- For a 2:1 rich syrup, use double the amount of sugar (about 1 cup). Be sure to strain out the solids before adding the sugar to ensure a smooth syrup.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ounce | Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg
