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Huckleberry Syrup for Waffles

Homemade Huckleberry Syrup for Waffles

A tart, sweet, and earthy wild huckleberry syrup that turns ordinary waffles into a breakfast worth bragging about. Deep purple, naturally complex, and packed with berry flavor that makes maple syrup feel outdated.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Condiment
Cuisine American, Northwest
Servings 12 ounces
Calories 80 kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Sterilized jars or bottles

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen huckleberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • In a saucepan, combine huckleberries, sugar, and water.
  • Simmer over medium heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until berries soften and mixture thickens.
  • Strain through fine-mesh sieve for smooth syrup, or leave berry bits in for extra texture.
  • Stir in lemon juice to brighten flavor.
  • Transfer syrup to sterilized glass jars or bottles. Cool before sealing. Refrigerate after opening.

Notes

Fresh or frozen huckleberries both work. Consistency depends on simmer time—shorter for pourable syrup, longer for thicker sauce. Store in sterilized jars, refrigerated after opening. Quality store-bought versions exist (look for real berries, no corn syrup), but homemade is unbeatable.

Nutrition

Calories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 1gSugar: 20gCalcium: 5mg
Keyword berry syrup, homemade syrup, huckleberry syrup, waffle topping
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