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Blackberry Syrup Recipe
This easy blackberry syrup recipe turns fresh berries into a delicious topping that tastes way better than store-bought versions. The rich purple color and sweet-tart flavor make it perfect for pouring over pancakes or mixing into drinks!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 164 kcal
Course:
Breakfast
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 cup blackberries
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup water see note
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine blackberries, sugar, and water in a medium saucepan.
- Mash and bring to a simmer.
- Simmer 10 minutes, mashing periodically.
- Strain syrup. Add in as much pulp as you would like (see note).
- Add lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Let cool.
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Notes
- This syrup is naturally gluten-free and vegan, making it perfect for guests with dietary restrictions.
- You can make this recipe sugar-free by using your favorite natural sweetener, though you might need to adjust the amounts and cooking time slightly.
- The cooking process will fill your kitchen with an amazing aroma - it's like summer in a pot!
- For a fun twist, try adding a few sprigs of fresh herbs like mint or thyme during cooking to create unique flavor combinations.
Nutrition Information
Calories
164kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
41g
(14%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
2mg
(0%)
Potassium
58mg
(2%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
39g
(78%)
Vitamin A
75IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
8.5mg
(9%)
Calcium
10mg
(1%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 164
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 164kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 58mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 39g | 78% |
| Vitamin A | 75IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 8.5mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.