Blackberry Simple Syrup (fresh or frozen berries)
This homemade blackberry syrup recipe is quick and easy and uses simple ingredients. This blackberry syrup is the perfect way to add a touch of sweetness to your favorite cocktails, or lemonade, or use it as a coffee syrup or pancake syrup.
Servings: 16
Calories: 54kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 ½ cup blackberries fresh or frozen
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice optional- see notes
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar and blackberries. Lightly crush blackberries with a potato masher or back of a spoon.
- Place over medium-high heat. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Skim off any foam and discard.
- Transfer to a blender and process on high speed for 30 to 60 seconds. You can also do this directly in the pan with an immersion blender. Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve.
- Discard solids. Stir in lemon juice, if using. Cool to room temperature, then transfer liquid to desired storage container and chill until ready to use.
Notes
- Lemon will increase the shelf life and add a vibrant tangy taste.
- Store the simple syrup in a clean airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- To thicken blackberry simple syrup, you can add additional sugar or cornstarch. Adding more sugar will help create a thicker syrup, but may also make it sweeter.
- If you prefer a less sweet option, you can mix cornstarch with water and add it to the syrup. Begin with a small amount of cornstarch and gradually add more until you reach the desired thickness.
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