Pioneer Woman Blueberry Syrup Recipe

This blueberry syrup is made with just two ingredients: fresh blueberries and pure maple syrup. It comes out glossy and pourable, with soft whole berries running through it. It takes about 10 minutes and makes roughly 2 cups.

Maple syrup is the one to use here. You can technically use corn syrup or a thick simple syrup, but maple gives the best flavor and lets the blueberries stay the star. Bring it just to a boil, then stop.

Smash only some of the berries, not all of them. Mashing a portion thickens the syrup and turns it deep purple, while the berries you leave whole give it texture. Pull it off the heat the moment it boils so it doesn’t cook down too far.

2-Ingredient Blueberry Syrup

Author: Hamdi Saidani Courses:Blueberry Desserts

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 30 minutesCook time: 40 minutesRest time: 40 minutesTotal time:1 hour 50 minutesCooking Temp:100 CServings:4 servingsEstimated Cost:25 $Calories:300 kcal Best Season:Summer

Description

This two-ingredient blueberry syrup simmers fresh blueberries with pure maple syrup into a glossy, pourable sauce with soft whole berries. Spoon it over pancakes, ice cream, or cake.

Ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh blueberries
  
• 1 cup pure maple syrup

Instructions

1. Pour the blueberries and maple syrup into a saucepan and set it over medium heat.
   
2. Once the mixture comes to a boil, smash some of the berries with a spatula, leaving the rest whole. Turn off the heat.
   
3. Use it warm, or let it cool to store. It keeps in the fridge for up to 10 days, or freeze it in small resealable bags.

FAQs

Why use maple syrup instead of another syrup?

Maple gives the best flavor and keeps the blueberries as the main taste. You can use corn syrup or a thick simple syrup, but they’re plainer. Maple adds its own warmth without covering up the fruit.

Should I smash all the blueberries?

No, just some. Mashing a portion thickens the syrup and deepens the color, while the berries you leave whole give it texture. Smash all of them and it turns into a smooth purée instead.

How long does it keep?

It stays fresh in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 10 days. For longer, freeze it in small resealable bags and thaw a batch for weekend breakfasts.

What can I use blueberry syrup for?

All kinds of things. Spoon it over pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or cake, or stir it into yogurt. It’s also the same syrup that starts my Blueberry Mojitos, so make a batch and skip that step.

Can I use it in drinks?

Yes. Mix it into lemonade, or with club soda for a blueberry spritzer, or into cocktails. A spoonful also stirs into a glass of my Blueberry Yogurt Smoothie for extra berry flavor.