Blueberry Mint Recipe
Make Blueberry Mint Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Additional Flavoring
Garnish
Method
Preparation of Base Ingredients
- 1
Wash Blueberries
Thoroughly rinse the fresh blueberries under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare Mint Leaves
Gently wash the fresh mint leaves under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel and set aside.
Making the Blueberry Mint Syrup
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the washed blueberries, mint leaves, granulated sugar, and water.
- 4
- 5
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the blueberries have burst and the liquid has thickened slightly.
- 6
Add Flavoring
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice and vanilla extract until well combined.
Cooling and Serving
- 7
Cool the Syrup
Allow the blueberry mint syrup to cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
- 8
Strain the Syrup
Once cooled, strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl or jar to remove the solids, pressing gently to extract as much liquid as possible.
- 9
Chill and Serve
Chill the syrup in the refrigerator until ready to use. Serve over ice, garnished with lemon slices and fresh mint sprigs.