Best 4 Easy Homemade Berry Syrup Recipes

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Indulge in a homemade berry syrup that captures the essence of summer's bounty. This versatile syrup, crafted from a medley of fresh berries, sugar, and lemon juice, offers a vibrant flavor profile that elevates pancakes, waffles, and French toast to new heights. Drizzle it over ice cream or yogurt for a refreshing treat, or incorporate it into cocktails and mocktails for a burst of fruity sweetness. With its natural sweetness and vibrant color, this homemade berry syrup is a versatile pantry staple that adds a touch of homemade goodness to your culinary creations.

**Recipes offered in the article:**

1. **Classic Berry Syrup:** This basic recipe showcases the pure, unadulterated flavor of fresh berries. Simply combine berries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, and reduce until thickened.

2. **Spiced Berry Syrup:** Elevate your syrup with a touch of warmth and complexity. Add a blend of spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, to the saucepan along with the berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer until fragrant and flavorful.

3. **Mixed Berry Syrup:** Embrace the vibrant flavors of multiple berry varieties. Combine a mix of berries, such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries, in the saucepan with sugar and lemon juice. Simmer until the syrup thickens and the berries release their natural juices.

4. **Sugar-Free Berry Syrup:** Enjoy the sweetness of berries without the added sugar. Substitute sugar with a natural sweetener, such as honey, maple syrup, or stevia, and follow the same simmering process.

5. **Berry Syrup with Herbs:** Infuse your syrup with the freshness of herbs. Add a sprig of mint or basil to the saucepan along with the berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer until the syrup is infused with the herbal aroma.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

BLUEBERRY SIMPLE SYRUP



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This flavored simple syrup is very versatile and goes with so many things. I especially like to put it on top of French toast, in pancake or waffle batter, and it's very yummy in cornbread or biscuit batter. This can be made in advanced and stored and refrigerated in a glass jar.

Provided by Vanessa Fregoso

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Syrup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup blueberries
1 cup warm water
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Mix blueberries, water, and sugar together using a whisk in a small saucepan over low heat until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium and bring a gentle boil, stirring often, until syrup is thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • Whisk lemon juice into syrup; serve immediately or cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.5 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.7 mg, Sugar 17.9 g

EASY HOMEMADE BERRY SYRUP



Easy Homemade Berry Syrup image

This berry syrup is easy and super yummy on so many things, especially cheesecake and French toast. The syrup can also be used for pancakes, waffles, crepes, etc.

Provided by Shara Bailey

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Syrup Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (12 ounce) packages frozen mixed berries
2 ¼ cups warm water, divided
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Pour frozen berries and 2 cups water into a medium saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they have thawed but are not hot. Add sugar and bring to a simmer; cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Mix remaining 1/4 cup water and cornstarch together in a bowl. Add to the berry mixture and cook over medium-low heat to thicken slightly, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 1.5 mg, Sugar 12.8 g

HOMEMADE BERRY SYRUP RECIPE



Homemade Berry Syrup Recipe image

This Mixed Berry Syrup is a perfectly delicious topping for pancakes, waffles, French toast, ice cream and so much more. It adds a serious blast of flavor to every bite, and only takes about 10 minutes to make.

Provided by The Carefree Kitchen

Categories     Breakfast     Sauce

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups Mixed Berries (any combination of fresh or frozen blueberries, strawberries, blackberries or raspberries)
1 cup Sugar
1 cup Water
2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
2 Tablespoons Water (cold)
2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the berries, sugar and water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then mash and stir with a potato masher while boiling for 2 minutes, or until the berries are soft and plump.
  • If you don't like seeds or chunks in your syrup, strain the syrup through cheesecloth to remove the seeds then return to a clean saucepan.
  • In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and cold water and stir until the cornstarch is completely dissolved, then stir into the berry mixture along with the lemon juice and bring to a boil. Boil for 1 minute, or until the mixture thickens slightly.
  • Remove the syrup from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes before serving on pancakes, waffles, French toast, or ice cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Sodium 1 mg, Sugar 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HOMEMADE BERRY SYRUP (FOR PANCAKES!)



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Great for pancakes or for drizzling over cheesecake. Adjust sugar if you get less than 5 cups juice!

Provided by Lubie

Categories     Sauces

Time 30m

Yield 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 2

6 1/2 cups fruit (strawberries, raspberries, etc.)
6 3/4 cups sugar

Steps:

  • Wash, stem, and crush fruit in saucepan.
  • Heat to boiling and simmer about 10 minutes.
  • Pour hot fruit through colander or strainer to remove seeds, then again through cheesecloth or a jelly bag.
  • Discard pulp.
  • The yield of juice should be about 5 cups.
  • Combine juice with sugar and boil in large saucepan for 1 minute.
  • Skim off foam.
  • it is ready to serve or to can in 1/2 pint jars.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of berries to create a unique and flavorful syrup. Some good combinations include strawberries and blueberries, raspberries and blackberries, or a mix of all four.
  • If you don't have fresh berries, you can use frozen berries. Just thaw them before using.
  • You can adjust the sweetness of the syrup by adding more or less sugar. If you like a sweeter syrup, add more sugar. If you prefer a less sweet syrup, add less sugar or substitute honey or maple syrup.
  • For a thicker syrup, cook it for longer. For a thinner syrup, cook it for less time.
  • Store the syrup in a jar or bottle in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Homemade berry syrup is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of recipes. It's perfect for topping pancakes, waffles, and French toast, or using in smoothies, yogurt parfaits, and ice cream sundaes. It can also be used to make cocktails, mocktails, and other beverages. With its sweet and tangy flavor, homemade berry syrup is sure to add a touch of sweetness and flavor to any dish.

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