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Blueberry coulis in a serving bowl with a spoon, and fresh blueberries and blueberry leaves on the side.

Blueberry coulis

Author: Sarah Brooks
This simple blueberry coulis is fresh and delicious. It's easy to make with just three ingredients. Perfect over cheesecake, pancakes or a cake!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 serves, approx ¼ each or 1 & ½ cups total.
Calories 119 kcal

Equipment

  • Immersion/stick blender

Ingredients

  • 3 cups (1 lbs/450gms) fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup (75gms) granulated white sugar

Instructions
 

  • If using frozen blueberries allow them to defrost first.
  • Put the blueberries in a tall jug you can use an immersion blender in. Blend the blueberries very very well. Strain the blended blueberries.
  • Add the blitzed, strained blueberries to a small pot. Squeeze and add the lemon juice. Add the sugar and mix well.
  • Bring the coulis to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Simmer for approximatly fifteen minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce has reduced and thickened. The coulis will thicken more as it cools.
  • If serving warm serve immediatly. Otherwise allow to cool then store in an airtight container or freeze in ice cubes until ready to use.

Notes

  • You can use fresh or frozen blueberries.  
Storage: 
  • You can freeze this compote but it is not suitable for home canning.  
  • It will keep in an airtight container in the freezer for up to five days.
  •  For extended shelf life freeze in ice cub trays.  Once frozen transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to three months.  

Nutrition

Calories: 119kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.04gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 94mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 64IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 7mgIron: 0.3mg

Nutritional Disclaimer

Nutritional information is an estimate based on an online database. The nutritional content of ingredients may vary by brand. If you require accurate nutritional information, you should calculate this based on the specific brands and products you are using.

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