Indulge in the delicious taste of homemade Huckleberry Syrup with this simple recipe. Made with fresh huckleberries, this syrup captures the essence of these elusive berries, adding a special touch to your breakfasts, desserts, and beverages.
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Why I Love This Recipe
I love this Huckleberry Simple Syrup recipe because it allows me to enjoy the unique and delightful flavor of huckleberries in a versatile and delicious way. Whether drizzled over pancakes, stirred into yogurt, or used as a topping for ice cream, this homemade syrup adds a burst of sweet and tangy goodness that always satisfies my taste buds just like my Blueberry Simple Syrup and Fig Leaf Syrup.
I also love that huckleberry syrup allows me to take the flavor of the huckleberries and preserve it to make more recipes than I would if I just had the berries. Making a simple syrup at home also concentrates the flavor, making this syrup irresistible like my Hibiscus Simple Syrup.
What Is a Huckleberry?
Huckleberries are small, round berries that grow on shrubs in the Vaccinium genus, similar to blueberries. They have a sweet and tart flavor profile, with a unique taste often described as a mix of blueberries and raspberries, making them a sought-after ingredient for various culinary creations.
Ingredients Needed for Huckleberry Syrup
- Fresh Huckleberries - Ensure the huckleberries have been rinsed thoroughly and any stems or leaves have been removed. You could use frozen berries if you can find them.
- Sugar - Just plain white sugar works perfectly in this recipe.
- Water - Barely worth mentioning but there are only 3 ingredients.
Where to Find Huckleberries
Huckleberries thrive in the Pacific Northwest and Northwestern forests, particularly in Oregon, Washington, Montana, and Idaho, where they are commonly found. Sometimes you can find huckleberries in local farmers' markets or specialty stores that carry regional produce.
How to Make Huckleberry Simple Syrup
Step 1: Add 1 cup of sugar, 1 cup of water, and 1 cup of huckleberries to a saucepan on the stove over medium-high heat. Bring the mixture to a boil, turn down the heat, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Step 2: Stir and mash the berries while the mixture is cooking. Remove from the heat and allow to cool for at least 1 hour.
Step 3: Mash up any remaining huckleberries before straining through a fine-mesh sieve. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press out as much syrup as possible.
Step 4: Use a funnel to pour the syrup into a sealable jar or bottle. Once the syrup has cooled completely, store it in the fridge until you are ready to use it.
Recipe FAQs
Ensure the syrup has completely cooled before placing it in a sealable bottle or container. Store the huckleberry syrup in a sealed bottle or container in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.
While growing huckleberries at home is possible, it can be challenging due to their preference for a large and deep root system. If you come across wild or available huckleberries, seize the opportunity to pick or purchase them.
There are so many uses for homemade syrups. You can use it in a cocktail like my Huckleberry Vodka Cocktail. pour it over ice cream, make an Italian Soda for a fun treat, pour it on pancakes or waffles, or sweeten up iced tea or lemonade.
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Huckleberry Syrup Recipe
Equipment
- medium bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup huckleberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Wash and destem the huckleberries ensuring there are no loose leaves or stems.
- Add 1 cup of sugar, 1 cup of water, and 1 cup of huckleberries to a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring the mixture to a boil, turn down the heat, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir and mash the berries while the mixture is cooking. Remove from the heat and allow to cool for at least 1 hour.
- Mash up any remaining huckleberries before straining through a fine-mesh sieve.
- Use a funnel to pour the syrup into a sealable jar or bottle. Once the syrup has cooled completely, store it in the fridge until you are ready to use it.
Nutrition
Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
Riley says
yum
Cree says
Can you can this recipe?
Emily says
Yes, you can can this recipe following basic canning procedures. Enjoy!