Lemon Macerated Blueberries
Macerate fresh blueberries with lemon and sugar for a sweeter, juicier flavor. Perfect for topping desserts, breakfast, or as a pie filling.
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 86kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh blueberries, powdered sugar, and lemon juice.2 cups fresh blueberries, 1 tbsp powdered sugar, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Gently toss the ingredients together until the sugar dissolves and coats the blueberries evenly.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a tea towel and let the mixture sit at room temperature for at least 15 minutes to allow the natural juices to release and the flavors to meld.
- Use as needed or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
Squash them: Lightly mash the blueberries for a more sauce-like consistency.
Adjust sweetness: Taste the mixture before serving and adjust the sweetness level according to your taste.
Macerate longer: You can macerate the berries for up to 4 hours at room temperature. Just be sure to cover them with plastic foil or a tea towel and give them a gentle stir before serving to redistribute the juices.
Storage tips: Macerated berries can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 86kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 122mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 81IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.4mg
