Fresh Blueberry Sauce
Elevate your desserts and breakfasts with this vibrant Fresh Blueberry Sauce, a quick and effortless recipe that’s bursting with the natural sweetness of plump blueberries and a touch of citrusy tang. Made with just five simple ingredients—including fresh blueberries, a hint of lemon juice, and optional lemon zest for extra zing—this stovetop sauce thickens perfectly with the help of a cornstarch slurry, giving it a luscious, velvety texture. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a versatile topping that pairs beautifully with pancakes, waffles, yogurt, cheesecake, or even ice cream. Whether served warm or chilled, this homemade blueberry sauce is a delightful way to bring summer’s bright flavors to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 0.25 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoons lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh blueberries thoroughly under cold water and set them aside.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until fully dissolved to create a slurry. Set aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the blueberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries begin to release their juices and break down.
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan and mix well. Continue to cook for 2-3 more minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
If using lemon zest, stir it in at this stage for added flavor.
Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
373 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.7 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| 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.
