Description
A creamy, luscious spread made from ripe blueberries simmered with spices in a slow cooker, perfect for breakfast or as a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Prepare the blueberries: Rinse your fresh blueberries gently under cold water. Remove any stems or blemished pieces.
- Combine ingredients: In your slow cooker, mix together the blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Stir well to coat the berries evenly.
- Add flavor: Drizzle in the vanilla extract and sprinkle a pinch of salt. This helps enhance all of the flavors.
- Cook: Set your slow cooker on low and cover it. Let it work its magic for about 360 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Blend and store: Use an immersion blender for a smoother texture or leave it chunky if you prefer. Allow it to cool before transferring it into sterilized jars.
- Enjoy: Use within two weeks if stored in the fridge, or follow the freezing instructions to keep it longer.
Notes
For a unique twist, add a splash of bourbon or rum in the last hour of cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: blueberry butter, slow cooker recipes, homemade spread, fruit butter, blueberry recipes