Looking for a versatile and delicious way to add some fruity flavors to your desserts? This homemade blueberry sauce is perfect! It’s a quick and easy recipe that takes only 20 minutes, making it an ideal topping for cheesecakes, pancakes, waffles or even vanilla ice cream. The combination of fresh or frozen blueberries with a hint of lemon creates a burst of flavor that’s both sweet and tangy. Plus, making it at home means you can enjoy it fresh and free from preservatives.<\/p>\n
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually whisk in the water until the mixture is smooth.<\/p>\n
Add the blueberries, lemon juice and lemon zest into the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.<\/p>\n
Cook and stir until the sauce thickens. This should take two to three minutes. Some berries will remain whole, adding texture to the sauce.<\/p>\n
Editor’s Tip<\/em>: You can blend it using an immersion blender or regular blender after cooking if you prefer a smoother texture. Just be sure to let it cool slightly before blending to avoid splatters.<\/p>\n To store your blueberry sauce allow it to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to seven days.<\/p>\n Homemade blueberry sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to seven days.<\/p>\n Yes, you can freeze blueberry sauce. Place the cooled sauce in a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag and freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using.<\/p>\n To reheat this recipe for blueberry syrup\/sauce place it in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches the desired temperature. You can also microwave it in short intervals, stirring in between to avoid uneven heating.<\/p>\n This sauce pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes. Spoon it over pancakes or waffles, mix it in with some cream cheese for a French toast filling<\/a> or as a topping for Greek yogurt. It’s also fantastic drizzled over pound cake<\/a>.<\/p>\n This homemade berry sauce gets its thickness from cornstarch and cooking. If your sauce is too thin, cook it longer on low to medium heat to allow more water to evaporate and thicken the sauce. Here are other tips for\u00a0how to thicken sauce.<\/a><\/p>\n It’s possible to make blueberry sauce with no sugar but it will likely taste tarter and may be thinner. Instead of cutting out the sugar altogether, try reducing the amount you use. Alternatively, you can use a different type of sweetener, like honey, agave or maple syrup. Here are more tips for\u00a0reducing sugar<\/a>\u00a0in recipes.<\/p>\n To preserve blueberry sauce try this simple recipe for canned blueberry jam<\/a>\u00a0which puts your fresh summer fruit to work. It’s best to process the jam in a\u00a0water bath canner<\/a>\u00a0which works well for high-acidity ingredients, including fruits.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Looking for a blueberry sauce recipe for cheesecake? Look no further! 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Thanks for such a simple & wonderful recipe! Thanksgiving I make a cheesecake, this will be the crowning touch!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-01-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Robin_ET"},"reviewBody":" This was delicious! I served it on top of a cheesecake, and everyone ranted and raved about it.<\/p> I added 1\/16 tsp of salt. I left out the zest just to be easier, so increased the lemon juice by 1\/2 tsp (used 2 tsp in total) to make up for the missing zest. Otherwise followed the recipe.<\/p> Thank you so much for sharing the recipe, Doris!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-04-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Stephanie109"},"reviewBody":" The lemon overpowers the blueberry flavor, and it\u2019s too sweet. The lemon juice needs to be cut by at least 1\/2 teaspoon and maybe reduce the lemon zest to a quarter teaspoon. Will use another recipe next time. Last time I made a similar recipe it tasted much better than this.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-05-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCloud"},"reviewBody":"Very easy, tasty dessert I served this over pound cake with whipped cream. Delish!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-03-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedPlanet"},"reviewBody":"Great blueberry sauce - mine needed a little more liquid which I added and it was just perfect to place on top of a cheesecake.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-07-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueRaindrop"},"reviewBody":"Very easy and delicious way to use all the blueberries in my yard! I made this with a recipe for a sour cream pound cake I found on TOH. Perfection! I doubled the recipe and took it to a family gathering.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-07-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedLocomotive"},"reviewBody":"I used 2 1\/3 cups of berries because that's what I had, didn't increase anything else. It is excellent.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-07-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCone"},"reviewBody":"This is hands down the BEST Blueberry sauce recipe I have tried. I have done this several times with lemon juice, but ran out one day and used orange juice and orange peel. Still yummy and oh, sooooo gooood over ice cream, pancakes and in milkshakes.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-03-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBottleOpener"},"reviewBody":"Deliciously easy! Served with pancakes! Made a double batch, using frozen berries. I am a TOH Volunteer Field Editor and I love trying out new recipes!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-10-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedTurtle"},"reviewBody":"I had a craving for pancakes with blueberry syrup for dinner! I used frozen blueberries to make this sauce along with boxed baking mix for the pancakes. I didn't have any lemon zest so I just upped the lemon juice amount slightly. The whole meal was fast and delicious! Perfect!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2008-07-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldFlame"},"reviewBody":"this was so delicious over ice cream! I made several batches and put them in the freezer.LOULOU","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-08-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBus"},"reviewBody":"I use this on pancakes, I mix it in oatmeal and use it on vanilla ice cream. Delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-07-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeRaindrop"},"reviewBody":"A friend gave me a container of fresh blueberries I used them to make this sauce and served it with Angel Food cake and with homemade vanilla ice cream on July 4th. It was simple to make (I left out the grated lemon peel & added 1\/4 tsp. almond extract) and it was delicious. Friends really liked it, too.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-09-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCone"},"reviewBody":"I have made this recipe several times and everytime I do everyone raves about how good it is, especially over blueberry pound cake or just plain pound cake","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-08-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangePumpkin"},"reviewBody":"Delicious and so easy, and it really dresses up the simplest ingredients to make memorable desserts! Try it layered with vanilla pudding and crumbled Biscoff cookies. Yum!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-09-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedLamp"},"reviewBody":"Quick, easy and delicious! I added a few blueberries after I cooked the sauce also.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-08-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueFan"},"reviewBody":"Best blueberry sauce I have ever had. Guests loved it and requested recipe. 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How to Store Blueberry Sauce<\/h2>\n
How long does homemade blueberry sauce last?<\/h3>\n
Can you freeze blueberry sauce?<\/h3>\n
Blueberry Sauce Recipe Tips<\/h2>\n
How do you reheat blueberry sauce?<\/h3>\n
What can you serve with blueberry sauce?<\/h3>\n
How do you thicken a berry sauce?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Can I make blueberry sauce without sugar?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How do you can homemade blueberry sauce?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Blueberry Sauce Tips<\/h2>\r\n\r\n
How do you thicken a berry sauce?<\/h3>\r\nThis homemade berry sauce gets its thickness from cornstarch and cooking. If your sauce is too thin, you can cook it longer on low to medium heat to allow more water to evaporate, thickening the sauce. Here are other tips for how to thicken sauce.<\/a>\r\n\r\n
Can I make blueberry sauce without sugar?<\/h3>\r\nIt\u2019s possible to make blueberry sauce with no sugar, but it will likely taste tarter and may be thinner. Instead of cutting out the sugar altogether, try reducing the amount you use. Alternatively, you can use a different type of sweetener, such as honey, agave or maple syrup. Here are more tips for reducing sugar<\/a> in recipes.\r\n\r\n
How do you can homemade blueberry sauce?<\/h3>\r\nTo preserve blueberry sauce, try this simple recipe for canned blueberry jam<\/a> which puts your fresh summer fruit to work. It's best to process the jam in a water bath canner<\/a> which works well for high-acidity ingredients, including fruits.\r\n
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How do you thicken a berry sauce?<\/h3> This homemade berry sauce gets its thickness from cornstarch and cooking. If your sauce is too thin, you can cook it longer on low to medium heat to allow more water to evaporate, thickening the sauce. Here are other tips for how to thicken sauce.<\/a>
Can I make blueberry sauce without sugar?<\/h3> It\u2019s possible to make blueberry sauce with no sugar, but it will likely taste tarter and may be thinner. Instead of cutting out the sugar altogether, try reducing the amount you use. Alternatively, you can use a different type of sweetener, such as honey, agave or maple syrup. Here are more tips for reducing sugar<\/a> in recipes.
How do you can homemade blueberry sauce?<\/h3> To preserve blueberry sauce, try this simple recipe for canned blueberry jam<\/a> which puts your fresh summer fruit to work. It's best to process the jam in a water bath canner<\/a> which works well for high-acidity ingredients, including fruits.
Should I use fresh or frozen blueberries?<\/h3> You can use either fresh or frozen blueberries to make homemade blueberry sauce. However, if you use frozen blueberries, use them without thawing to avoid adding extra moisture to the recipe. Research contributed by Teddy Nykiel, Taste Recipes Associate Editor<\/i>"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":51279,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43644,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":311910,"name":"Dessert Sauces & Toppings","slug":"dessert-sauces-toppings","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311845,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Drizzle, sprinkle and drool over our dessert sauce and topping recipes. Perfect for ice cream sundaes and rounding out your favorite desserts!","parent":310796,"count":486,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/dessert-sauces-toppings\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Easy Blueberry Sauce"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n