Best 13 Blueberry Sauce Topping Recipes

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Blueberry sauce topping is a delectable and versatile condiment that can elevate the flavors of a wide range of dishes, from pancakes and waffles to ice cream and yogurt. Its vibrant color, sweet-tart flavor, and juicy texture make it an irresistible topping that adds a touch of elegance to any dessert. Whether you prefer a classic blueberry sauce, a tangy lemon blueberry sauce, or a decadent chocolate blueberry sauce, there is a recipe out there to suit your taste buds. In this article, we will explore the art of making blueberry sauce topping, providing you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a perfect sauce every time.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

BLUEBERRY TOPPING



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My mother-in-law gave me this recipe. My family puts it on anything from pancakes to vanilla ice cream. It is best served warm, right after making. Fresh blueberries are recommended.

Provided by Ellen Wojdyla

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Dessert Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 quarts blueberries, rinsed and drained
2 cups water
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
3 cups white sugar
4 cups water
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place blueberries in a large stockpot and crush with a potato masher. Add water and lemon peel; simmer over low heat for 5 minutes. Strain fruit through cheese cloth, metal strainer or food mill to remove pulp and seeds; reserve juice.
  • In a large saucepan, mix sugar and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, until temperature reaches 260 degrees F (125 degrees C). Add blueberry juice and boil for 1 minute. Stir in lemon juice and remove from heat. Let cool and freeze or can as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.1 calories, Carbohydrate 100.5 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 1.3 g, Sodium 1.8 mg, Sugar 92.3 g

EASY BLUEBERRY SAUCE



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Looking for a blueberry sauce recipe for cheesecake? Look no further! This luscious blueberry topping is perfectly sweetened to put on anything from a scoop of vanilla ice cream to a slice of angel food or pound cake. -Doris Dezur, Eugene, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 3/4 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch
Dash salt
1/4 cup water
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
Vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually whisk in water until smooth. Add blueberries, lemon zest and juice; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until thickened, 2-3 minutes (some berries will remain whole). Serve warm or chilled over ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

EASY BLUEBERRY SAUCE



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Made this for my kids to serve over pancakes. Also great as a sauce for grilling. Quick, easy and delicious.

Provided by shadownc

Categories     Desserts     Fillings     Fruit Fillings

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

¾ cup fresh blueberries
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup water
1 teaspoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Combine blueberries, sugar, water, and cornstarch in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.5 mg, Sugar 18.5 g

BLUEBERRY SAUCE



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 17m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 pints fresh blueberries, rinsed
1 cup vanilla sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine the blueberries and vanilla sugar in a large heavy saucepan. Add 1 cup water and the lemon juice and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the mixture begins to thicken.
  • Remove from the heat and strain through a fine sieve. Cool to room temperature, cover and refrigerate.

NANA'S BLUEBERRY ICE CREAM SAUCE



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This is a delightful sauce for a summer's day treat! Serve warm over ice cream. Can also be used for pancakes or waffles. Top with some fresh whipped cream... Mmm...a little bit of heaven!

Provided by EAKE

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Dessert Sauce Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 pinch salt
¼ cup water
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 cups fresh blueberries
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Mix sugar, cornstarch, and salt together in a medium saucepan. Stir in water and lemon juice. Add blueberries.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, over medium-low heat, until thick and bubbling, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 16.1 mg, Sugar 13 g

BLUEBERRY TOPPING



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Unlike the gluely topping you find in a can, this one is made with fresh berries that are cooked down to a syrup; a touch of lemon juice cuts the sweetness. Use this recipe when making our Cheesecake with Blueberry Topping.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes enough for 1 cheesecake

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 pints (3 cups) blueberries
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer, and cook until berries break down, about 4 minutes. Let cool, then refrigerate, covered, until cold (or up to 3 days).

OATMEAL WITH BLUEBERRY SAUCE AND CRUMBLE TOPPING



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Time saving tip! Switch it up and make overnight oats. Divide the toasted oats between 4 Mason jars. Heat the water-and-coconut-milk mixture until warm, then pour it evenly over the oats. Cover and refrigerate overnight. The next morning, open the jar and top with the blueberry sauce and sweet crumble!

Provided by Jackie Rothong

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup almond flour
1/4 cup roasted cashews, chopped
1/4 cup pecans, chopped
1/4 cup sliced almonds
3/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
6 tablespoons coconut oil
2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
1 cup canned full-fat coconut milk, unsweetened
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 cup steel-cut oats
2 tablespoons chia seeds
2 pints blueberries
1 orange, zest strip and juiced
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • For the sweet crumble: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a half sheet pan with parchment paper.
  • Combine the all-purpose flour, almond flour, cashews, pecans, almonds, coconut flakes, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger and salt in a large bowl. Using your fingers, add in the coconut oil and butter. Mix until a coarse crumb forms and the mixture holds together. Put the mixture on the prepared half sheet pan and bake until golden and crisp, 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • For the oatmeal: Bring 3 cups water, the coconut milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
  • Meanwhile, heat the coconut oil in a second medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Once glistening, add the oats and cook until toasted, about 2 minutes. Slowly pour in the water-and-coconut-milk mixture and bring the mixture to a boil, then lower to a simmer over medium heat and cook until cooked through, about 20 minutes. Stir in the chia seeds 1 minute before serving.
  • For the blueberry sauce: Put the blueberries, orange zest strip, orange juice, brown sugar, 2 tablespoons water, cinnamon and salt in a third medium saucepan over medium heat. Cover and cook until the blueberries breakdown, about 10 minutes.
  • To serve: Place a ladleful of oatmeal into a bowl, top with warm blueberry sauce and sweet crumble.

BLUEBERRY WAFFLES WITH FAST BLUEBERRY SAUCE



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I am fortunate to have four blueberry bushes in my back yard, and they supply me with fresh blueberries all summer long. This is one of the recipes that I use to help use up the massive amount of berries that I pick each summer.

Provided by SWIZZLESTICKS

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Waffle Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 egg yolks, beaten
1 ⅔ cups milk
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 ¼ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup melted butter
3 egg whites, stiffly beaten
⅔ cup blueberries
1 ½ cups blueberries
3 tablespoons honey
½ cup orange juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together egg yolks and milk. Stir in flour, baking powder and salt. Stir in butter, and set mixture aside for about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat a lightly greased waffle iron.
  • Fold egg whites and 2/3 cup blueberries into the mixture. Scoop portions of the mixture into the prepared waffle iron, and cook until golden brown.
  • To prepare the sauce, in a medium saucepan over medium heat, mix 1 1/2 cups blueberries, honey and 1/4 cup orange juice. Bring to a boil. Mix remaining orange juice and cornstarch in a small bowl, and stir into the blueberry mixture. Stir constantly until thickened. Serve warm over waffles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.5 calories, Carbohydrate 55.4 g, Cholesterol 128.2 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 444.7 mg, Sugar 19 g

BLUEBERRY SAUCE



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Terrific easy sauce for ice cream, cheesecake, frozen yogurt, or ?I found this in Chatelaine magazine.

Provided by Barefoot Beachcomber

Categories     Sauces

Time 7m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pint blueberries or 1 (12 ounce) package frozen blueberries
1/3 cup white sugar
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In a small pan over medium high heat, combine blueberries, sugar and lemon juice.
  • Stir often until berries soften and release some juice, about 2 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, stir cornstarch with water to form a paste.
  • Add to saucepan.
  • Stir constantly until thickened, at least 2 or 3 minutes.
  • Add butter and stir until melted.
  • Serve right away or cover and refrigerate up to 3 days.
  • Serve sauce warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 104.1, Carbohydrate 60.5, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 48.8, Protein 1.3

BLUEBERRY SAUCE



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Delicious, warm blueberry sauce which is fabulous on pancakes, waffles, cheesecake or ice cream! Fresh or frozen blueberries work equally well.

Provided by ISYBEL

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Syrup Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
¼ cup water
1 cup orange juice
¾ cup white sugar
¼ cup cold water
3 tablespoons cornstarch
½ teaspoon almond extract
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the blueberries, 1/4 cup of water, orange juice, and sugar. Stir gently, and bring to a boil.
  • In a cup or small bowl, mix together the cornstarch and 1/4 cup cold water. Gently stir the cornstarch mixture into the blueberries so as not to mash the berries. Simmer gently until thick enough to coat the back of a metal spoon, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the almond extract and cinnamon. Thin sauce with water if it is too thick for your liking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 1.4 mg, Sugar 24.9 g

BLUEBERRY SAUCE / TOPPING



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This thick sweet sauce is made in no time (5 minutes)! Has a hint of refreshing orange and lemon and warming cinnamon and cardamom. Serve over ice cream, cheese cake, pancake waffles or put into a trifle!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Sauces

Time 8m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups fresh blueberries, washing
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup sugar
1 lemon, juice and zest of
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon cardamom
1/4 cup Grand Marnier or 1/4 cup orange juice

Steps:

  • Place all but the Grand Marnier in a small pot and stir to blend cook for 4 minutes at which point will be thick. Add the Grand Marnier stir and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.3, Fat 0.1, Sodium 0.5, Carbohydrate 13, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 10, Protein 0.3

BLUEBERRY ICE CREAM TOPPING



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Here's the scoop on a sensational sauce! Describes Betty Leibnitz of Hallock, Minnesota, "It has fresh-fruit flavor and is delicious with angel food cake, too."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 1-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons sugar
Pinch salt
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon cold water
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Ice cream

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the blueberries, water, sugar and salt; cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 7 minutes or until the berries burst., Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir into hot blueberry mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; stir in the lemon juice, vanilla and cinnamon. Serve over ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 12mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

BAKED FRENCH TOAST WITH BLUEBERRY SAUCE



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The sponge-like nature of French toast gives it that "special occasion" feel, though why hold it back when it's one of the easiest ways to get egg and bread together in the morning? Bring it on with a tangy blueberry sauce. -Debbie Johnson, Centertown, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings (1 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup butter, melted
4 large eggs
1 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
8 slices Texas toast
BLUEBERRY SAUCE:
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
2 tablespoons thawed orange juice concentrate

Steps:

  • Pour melted butter into a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; lift and tilt pan to coat bottom evenly. In a large shallow bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, vanilla and nutmeg. Dip both sides of Texas toast into egg mixture; place on prepared pan. Bake at 375° until lightly browned, 20-25 minutes., For sauce, in a large saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and cloves. Stir in blueberries and orange juice concentrate. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve with French toast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 225mg cholesterol, Sodium 549mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

Tips for Making the Best Blueberry Sauce Topping:

  • Select ripe, plump blueberries: Fresh, ripe blueberries burst with flavor and create a vibrant sauce. Avoid berries that are bruised or have soft spots.
  • Use a variety of blueberries: If you have access to different varieties, try mixing them to create a more complex flavor profile. Wild blueberries, for example, tend to be smaller and have a more intense flavor than cultivated varieties.
  • Don't overcook the blueberries: Overcooked blueberries will lose their shape and flavor. Aim to cook them just until they burst and release their juices.
  • Add sugar to taste: The amount of sugar you add will depend on the sweetness of your blueberries and your personal preference. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Use a cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce: A cornstarch slurry is a mixture of cornstarch and water that is used to thicken sauces and gravies. It is easy to make and will help your blueberry sauce achieve a smooth, glossy consistency.
  • Let the sauce cool before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

Conclusion:

Blueberry sauce is a versatile topping that can be used to elevate a variety of desserts and dishes. Whether you are serving it over pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or cheesecake, this simple yet delicious sauce is sure to be a hit. With its vibrant color, sweet-tart flavor, and luscious texture, blueberry sauce is a classic topping that will never go out of style. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy way to add a touch of elegance to your dessert, reach for a bowl of blueberry sauce. You won't be disappointed!

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