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Homemade Blueberry Syrup Recipe

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We all love a good blueberry pancake, but this blueberry syrup is next-level delicious. You’ll want to pour it on everything from waffles to french toast and of course – pancakes!

Breakfast is one meal that makes everyone happy. For this reason, I implemented a once a week breakfast-for-dinner night at our house, usually Thursdays. We have everything from breakfast tacos to pancakes on Thursday nights.

A stack of pancakes on a plate with homemade blueberry syrup and butter on the top

This blueberry syrup is a recipe I’ve been making on repeat since 2013. Which doesn’t seem like that long ago until I see the picture below of my youngest munching down on fresh blueberries while I was perfecting this recipe in my own kitchen.

That baby is now 9 years old and we’re still obsessively pouring blueberry syrup on all my fluffy pancake recipes.

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Homemade Blueberry Syrup

I started making this recipe when my kids discovered the variety of flavored syrups at ihop when they were younger and immediately wanted to start buying more syrup at the grocery store.

Once again, I asked myself: how hard could it be to make real blueberry syrup? Turns out, not very hard at all. You will see how easy and delicious a few ingredients and make your plain pancakes into wow! pancakes.

a side by side image of the homemade blueberry syrup cooking process

You know what I love about real food? That there is no “secret” ingredient that makes the recipe better. Fresh ingredients are always best. 

That’s the concept I used to create the Family KickStart Program. Good, whole food that the whole family can enjoy together!

If you haven’t heard about Family KickStart yet, it’s the only 30-day whole eating plan that was specifically created for busy families. In it, you’ll find delicious recipes that your kids will actually enjoy, 4 weeks of meal plans, 50+ recipes, and even shopping lists. I took care of all the leg-work so you can focus on cooking amazing food with those fresh ingredients we love so much. Learn more about the Family KickStart program here!

homemade blueberry syrup in a glass bowl

Ingredients

If homemade blueberry syrup with fresh ingredients sounds like magic to you – check out what’s in it! Simple ingredients that your family will love.

  • Blueberries: you can use fresh or frozen for this recipe. Both will keep you coming back for more.
  • Honey (or sugar): honey is less refined and some people prefer the taste of it while others prefer the classic sweetness sugar provides. This recipe can also be made with Swerve Sugar Replacement.
  • Water: is needed to dissolve the cornstarch.
  • Cornstarch: used to thicken it and give it the syrupy texture you love.

That’s it! You are just four magic ingredients away from the best pancake topping ever.

How to Make Blueberry Syrup

Now that you know it has simple ingredients, you’re probably wondering how hard it is to make. Considering I created this recipe with the adorable baby you saw above underfoot in my kitchen, I feel comfortable teling you this is a really easy recipe to pull off.

Check out the video below to cook with me or scroll to see the step-by-step written instructions.

  1. Combine
    Mix water and cornstarch in a small bowl and set to one side.
  2. Boil
    Use a small saucepan and bring water, sugar (or honey) and blueberries. to a boil, stirring occasionally.
  3. Simmer
    Reduce your heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes
  4. Add
    Grab the water and starch mixture that you made earlier and blend it into the sauce, allowing it to thicken. Some the blueberries will burst during this process, and that just makes it even more delicious!
  5. Serve
    Remove from heat and pour over pancakes, waffles, french toast – or anything else you can think of!

Fresh or Frozen Blueberries

You can make this blueberry syrup using both fresh or frozen blueberries. While fresh blueberries are abundant and affordable during the summer, frozen blueberries are available and affordable year-round.

You don’t need to thaw the frozen blueberries before adding them to the pot, they’ll thaw as they cook.

How to Thicken Blueberry Syrup

This recipe uses the classic corn starch and water combination to thicken the blueberry syrup, which is added at the end of the cooking process once the berries have cooked down and simmered for 10 minutes.

A stack of pancakes on a plate with homemade blueberry syrup and butter on the top

How to Store It

Once cooled down to room temperature, the blueberry syrup can be refrigerated, frozen, and even canned!

In the fridge, store syrup in a jar and keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. 

You can freeze the blueberry syrup in small jars or ice cube trays and thaw out what you need in future pancake batches.

Canning is a great way to preserve your blueberry syrup long-term. Do this by following a jam canning process. Canned blueberry syrup can keep in your pantry for up to 18 months in the pantry. 

And there you have it, my friends. Perfect pancakes and real blueberry syrup everyone will love. After this one, be sure to try my recipe for Strawberry Syrup. It’s another family favorite at our house!

What to Serve with Blueberry Syrup

You’ve got your new syrup, but what should it go on? Naturally, the correct answer is everything but here are a few of our favorites.

  • Gluten-Free Pancakes
  • Eggless French Toast
  • Whole Wheat Pancakes
  • Paleo Pancakes (yes, really!)
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4.8 from 42 reviews

This homemade syrup recipe is made with fresh or frozen blueberries and is a tasty topping to any pancake or waffle recipe!

  • Author: Laura Fuentes
  • Yield: 2 – 2 ½ cups

Ingredients

  • 2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen
  • ½ cup sugar or honey
  • 1 cup + 2 Tablespoons water, divided
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch (or tapioca starch for grain-free)

Instructions

  1. Combine 2 Tablespoons water and cornstarch in a small dish and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring water, sugar or honey, and blueberries to a boil. Stir occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  3. Add water+starch mixture and mix to combine. Turn off heat, let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
  4. For a smooth syrup, transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
  5. Store in an airtight container or jar in the refrigerator for one to two weeks. Take out a few minutes before serving at room temperature or warm in the microwave.

 

Notes

  • If your kids don’t mind blueberry pieces, make your pancakes and serve the sauce as is. My beautiful picky eaters don’t like blueberry “pieces” so I insert an immersion blender and blend well. If you do this, you will need to add about ¼ cup additional water before blending or it will be too thick. Of course, you can adjust to the “runny” consistency of your choosing.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 45
  • Sugar: 10.5g
  • Sodium: 0.7mg
  • Fat: 0.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11.9g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 0.2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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  1. Fran

    December 24, 2022 at 1:35 pm

    Delicious! Just the right amount of sweetness.

    ★★★★★

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  2. Carol Lamb

    August 06, 2022 at 6:04 am

    I followed the directions, using sugar, exactly as written, and used my food processor to achieve a smoother syrup. Of all the recipes i’ve tried on the internet, your simple-to-make recipe is, by far, the best ever recipe for blueberry pancake syrup! Thank you so much for “the perfect blueberry pancake syrup!

    ★★★★★

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    • Laura Fuentes

      August 09, 2022 at 11:35 am

      I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe Carol! It continues to be my go-to as well! I hope you have fabulous pancakes for years to come!

      Reply
      • Amy

        August 10, 2022 at 12:04 pm

        How long can you refrigerate this syrup?

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        • Laura Fuentes

          August 14, 2022 at 2:06 pm

          Up to a week in the fridge. Enjoy!

          Reply
  3. Donna

    July 26, 2022 at 9:36 am

    Can this be water bathed? If so would 10 minutes be the right time ?

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    • Laura Fuentes

      July 27, 2022 at 11:33 am

      If you mean canning the syrup in jars, yes. Follow the same steps to canning jelly/mermelade.

      Reply
  4. Teddi

    June 29, 2022 at 4:59 pm

    Do you need to thaw the frozen blueberries first?

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    • Laura Fuentes

      July 04, 2022 at 9:58 am

      No need. they’ll thaw as they cook. Enjoy!

      Reply
  5. Ron

    June 12, 2022 at 2:37 pm

    So easy. Spoon good

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  6. Stephanie

    May 15, 2022 at 10:47 am

    Oh my is this ever delicious!!! So simple to make and just outstanding, not to sweet just perfect! I did add one tsp of vanilla extract only because I’m a vanilla addict. This will be made quite often, I’m thinking I might top some vanilla ice cream or angel food cake with it. Thank you for such a wonderful recipe!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Paula Rollo

      May 16, 2022 at 8:16 am

      So glad you enjoyed it! Your tweaks sound tasty too!

      Reply
  7. Rox

    November 06, 2021 at 8:26 pm

    Can you freeze

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    • Laura Fuentes

      November 09, 2021 at 8:34 am

      Yes, you can freeze this blueberry syrup. I recommend freezing it in small amounts or even in an ice cube tray.

      Reply
  8. Mons

    September 13, 2021 at 12:25 pm

    Can you put the syrup in containers? How long does last?

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes

      September 13, 2021 at 1:55 pm

      A week in the fridge. Enjoy!

      Reply
  9. Tracey

    August 28, 2021 at 1:48 pm

    I thought it was very good thank you for sharing. Blueberry is my favorite syrup. I’ll have to try the strawberry next time thank you again

    ★★★★★

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    • Britnay

      March 14, 2022 at 3:17 pm

      Wow…. That was a game changer. I was paying 10$ for double blueberry pancakes at IHOP. This helped me perfect the recipe.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
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