All Purpose Blueberry Sauce Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible honey-sweetened blueberry sauce – a delightful twist on a classic! Skip the refined sugar and embrace the natural sweetness of honey in this versatile sauce, perfect for drizzling over pancakes, waffles, crepes, French toast, ice cream, cheesecake, sponge cake, or pound cake. Made with fresh blueberries and a touch of lemon, this recipe is quick, easy, and guaranteed to become your new favorite topping!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 177.6 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
All Purpose Blueberry Sauce

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for All Purpose Blueberry Sauce

  • Fresh Blueberries
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (bottled)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

How to Make All Purpose Blueberry Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups fresh blueberries, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons lemon juice (bottled is fine!), 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional), and a pinch of ground nutmeg (optional).
  2. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until blueberries have softened and released their juices.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water until smooth. This creates a slurry.
  5. Gradually whisk the cornstarch slurry into the simmering blueberry mixture.
  6. Continue to simmer, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  7. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or cold!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

162g

Fat

0g

Carbs

15g