Blueberry Coulis
A simple, fruity, and slightly tangy blueberry coulis that's perfect for cheesecakes, pancakes, waffles, yogurt, ice cream, and more. Made with just a few ingredients, it's the perfect homemade dessert topping.
Ready in
35 min
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
35 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
35
Saucepan
Blender
Fine-mesh sieve
Wooden spoon
Glass jar
Quantities adjust from the original 6 servings. Fixed items stay unchanged.
For the blueberry coulis
- 1
Cook the blueberries
2 min1Cook the blueberries
2 minPlace the blueberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan. Cook gently over low heat so the berries slowly release their juices without burning.
Avoid high heat to preserve the fruit's fresh flavor.
- 2
Simmer
10 min2Simmer
10 minCook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The blueberries will soften, burst, and naturally create a syrupy sauce.
Stir occasionally to prevent the fruit from sticking.
- 3
Mash the fruit
2 min3Mash the fruit
2 minOnce the blueberries are soft, gently mash them with a spoon or potato masher. Leave it chunky or mash more thoroughly depending on your preferred texture.
Mash lightly for a rustic coulis or more thoroughly for a smoother result.
- 4
Add the lime (optional)
1 min4Add the lime (optional)
1 minStir in the juice of half a lime to balance the sweetness and brighten the blueberry flavor.
Fresh lime juice adds a subtle tangy finish.
- 5
Blend (optional)
2 min5Blend (optional)
2 minFor an ultra-smooth coulis, blend the mixture briefly, then strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the skins if desired.
Straining creates a silky, restaurant-style finish.
- 6
Cool
20 min6Cool
20 minAllow the coulis to cool completely before serving. It will naturally thicken as it cools.
Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- 7
Serve
1 min7Serve
1 minDrizzle over cheesecakes, pancakes, waffles, yogurt, ice cream, or any favorite dessert.
Also delicious stirred into oatmeal or overnight oats.
Tips
- Fresh or frozen blueberries both work well.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freeze in small portions for quick dessert toppings anytime.
- Calories
- 35
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