Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade huckleberry syrup, a perfect accompaniment for your waffles. This easy-to-make syrup blends the sweet and tart flavors of fresh huckleberries, transforming ordinary breakfasts into extraordinary celebrations. With a stunning purple hue and a burst of berry goodness, it also complements pancakes and ice cream, making it versatile enough for any meal. In just a few simple steps, you can elevate your brunch experience and enjoy the nostalgic taste of summer berries year-round.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh huckleberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse huckleberries under cool water and dry gently. Remove any stems.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine huckleberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice.
- Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Gently mash some of the berries with a potato masher while keeping some whole for texture.
- For smoother syrup, strain through a fine mesh strainer if desired.
- Allow to cool before transferring to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 53g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg