Blueberry simple syrup for coffee or cocktails
Homemade blueberry simple syrup is an easy, versatile way to level up your summer morning coffee or afternoon cocktail. Conveniently made with frozen blueberries, this is a bright, robust syrup you can make in just 20 minutes.
Servings 16 tablespoons
Calories 56kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups frozen blueberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
Optional add-ins
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cardamom for a more pie-like flavor
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice for a brighter flavor
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes until syrup has reduced by ⅓.
- Strain syrup through a fine mesh sieve into a bottle and discard blueberry pulp, or save it to add to oatmeal or yogurt. Store refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
- Use in coffee, cocktails, lemonade, or over ice cream or pancakes!
Nutrition
Calories: 56kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.004g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 11mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.04mg