Blueberry Butter Recipe
Blueberry butter is a smooth, velvety fruit spread made by slow-cooking fresh or frozen blueberries with sugar, lemon, and spices. It’s perfect for toast, pancakes, yogurt, or as a flavorful topping or mix-in.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours (slow cooker) or 1.5–2 hours (stovetop)
- Total Time: Varies by method
- Yield: About 2 to 2.5 cups
- Category: Spread
- Method: Slow Cooking or Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract or pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- Place blueberries in a slow cooker or large saucepan. No need to thaw if using frozen berries.
- Add sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine.
- Cook on low for 6–8 hours in a slow cooker, or simmer on stovetop for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Blend the mixture using an immersion blender or transfer to a blender until smooth.
- Return to heat and cook uncovered for an additional 30–60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and spreadable.
- Stir in lemon zest or vanilla extract if using, then let cool slightly.
- Transfer to clean jars and store in the refrigerator or freezer.
Notes
Use frozen blueberries straight from the freezer—no need to thaw.Stir frequently toward the end of cooking to prevent burning.Adjust sweetness to your taste or use honey/maple syrup for a natural sweetener.Use a water bath canning method for shelf-stable storage, if desired.Perfect as a topping for toast, pancakes, oatmeal, or as a meat glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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