Description
Homemade Blueberry Butter is a luscious, smooth spread made by simmering fresh blueberries with butter, sugar, and lemon juice to create a rich and naturally sweet breakfast or snack topping. Bursting with vibrant blueberry flavor and a velvety texture, this spread is perfect on toast, muffins, pancakes, or as a creative addition to yogurt and desserts. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, it offers a longer shelf life than jam and is wonderfully versatile.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blueberries, washed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Blueberries: Start by washing your fresh blueberries thoroughly to remove any dirt or impurities, ensuring a pure flavor in your spread.
- Combine Ingredients in a Saucepan: Add the blueberries, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon (if using) into a medium saucepan. Stir gently to mix all ingredients together before heating.
- Cook on Low Heat: Place the saucepan over low heat and simmer the mixture gently, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Let the blueberries soften and release their juices to blend smoothly with the butter and sugar.
- Mash and Continue Simmering: When the blueberries have softened, use a potato masher or fork to crush some of the berries, leaving some whole for texture. Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture thickens to your preferred consistency.
- Cool and Store: Remove from heat and allow the blueberry butter to cool slightly. Transfer it into sterilized jars or airtight containers, then refrigerate to let the flavors meld and the spread firm up.
Notes
- Use ripe blueberries for the sweetest and most vibrant butter.
- Simmer slowly on low heat to avoid burning or curdling the butter.
- Do not over-mash; leaving some whole berries adds nice texture.
- Taste and adjust sugar near the end of cooking to prevent over-sweetening.
- Sterilize storage jars to ensure freshness and prevent spoilage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: blueberry butter, homemade spread, blueberry recipe, breakfast spreads, fruit butter, gluten free, easy spread