Blueberry Sauce Topping
Elevate your desserts and breakfast creations with this luscious homemade Blueberry Sauce Topping! Made with just a handful of simple ingredients—like fresh or frozen blueberries, a touch of zesty lemon, and a cornstarch slurry for the perfect consistency—this versatile sauce is a breeze to whip up in under 15 minutes. Its vibrant, glossy texture and sweet-tart flavor make it the ultimate complement to pancakes, waffles, cheesecakes, or even ice cream. With an optional hint of lemon zest for added brightness, this easy blueberry sauce strikes the ideal balance between sweet and tangy. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a delightful way to bring the taste of summer to your table all year long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 cups water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon cold water
- 0.5 teaspoons lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and water.
Set the saucepan over medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar is dissolved and the blueberries release their juices. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry. Stir until smooth.
Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the blueberry mixture while stirring continuously.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. If desired, stir in the lemon zest for added flavor.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. It will thicken further as it cools.
Use immediately as a topping, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.5 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 246 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
