Simple Berry Puree
Brighten up your meals with this Simple Berry Puree—a quick and versatile recipe featuring a medley of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make fruit puree forms a vibrant, sweet, and tangy sauce elevated by a splash of fresh lemon juice. Perfect as a topping for pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or even desserts like cheesecake, this puree is a delicious way to enjoy the natural flavors of berries year-round. Whether you use fresh or frozen berries, this recipe creates a silky and flavorful sauce that can be prepared ahead and stored in the fridge for up to five days. Packed with antioxidants and bursting with color, this berry puree is a must-try for anyone looking to add a fruity flair to their dishes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Wash and hull the strawberries if using fresh berries. If using frozen berries, allow them to thaw slightly for about 10 minutes.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the mixed berries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the berries cook gently for about 10 minutes, or until they are soft and have released their juices.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the berry mixture to cool slightly.
Transfer the berry mixture to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth to your desired consistency.
Strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove seeds, using a spoon to press the mixture through if needed.
Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if necessary.
Transfer the strained puree to a jar or container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Serve the berry puree over desserts, pancakes, waffles, or as a topping for yogurt. Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.8 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 478 mg | 10% | |
*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.
