Description
Huckleberry syrup is a delightful homemade treat that transforms your breakfast into a sweet celebration. With its vibrant purple hue and tangy flavor, this syrup pairs perfectly with waffles, pancakes, and even desserts like ice cream. Simple to make with just a few ingredients, it captures the essence of summer in every bite. Enjoy this versatile syrup drizzled generously over your favorite dishes or use it as a topping for yogurt for a refreshing twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh huckleberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse huckleberries gently under cold water and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine huckleberries, sugar, and water. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Increase heat to bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
- Once boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh lemon juice.
- Allow syrup to cool before transferring to a clean jar or bottle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Sauce preparation
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in a splash of vanilla extract or spices like cinnamon. - Store leftover syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.