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Easy Blueberry Coffee Syrup

This Easy Blueberry Coffee Syrup brings a burst of blueberry flavor to your morning coffee, adding a sweet and tangy twist that enhances pancakes, waffles, yogurt, and more.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Breakfast, Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 40
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the syrup
  • 1 cup blueberries Fresh or frozen, whatever is handy.
  • 1 cup sugar Regular granulated sugar will do.
  • 1 cup water Standard tap water works great.
  • 1 tsp lemon juice Adds a lovely brightness to the syrup.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. If using fresh blueberries, rinse them under cold water. If using frozen, there’s no need to thaw them beforehand.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice. Stir to combine well.
Cooking
  1. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to ensure that the sugar dissolves.
  2. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the blueberries have released their juices and the syrup thickens slightly.
  3. Optional: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the blueberry skins for a smooth syrup or leave them in for added texture.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for about two weeks. For longer storage, pour into ice cube trays and freeze. Reheat in a microwave-safe container in 10-second intervals until warm. Substitute half the sugar with honey for a different flavor profile if desired.