Homemade Blackberry Sauce

Easy Homemade Blackberry Sauce is the perfect sweet topping. This quick and easy recipe uses fresh blackberries, and is one of my favorite easy ways to make a quick topping that pairs so well with all kinds of dishes. Keep reading below to find out how I make my Homemade Blackberry Sauce.

What makes fruit sauces thick?

When berries, apples, and other fruit cook they release pectin, which is a natural thickener. The longer your berries cook, the thicker the sauce will get. If your sauce starts to get too thick, you can thin it out with a splash or two of water.

What adds flavor to Blackberry Sauce?

Some of my favorite ways to flavor blackberries for a sauce is to add plenty of sweetener, of course. I also love to add a slash of citrus. My favorite citrus to use is lemon juice. Vanilla flavoring is another great addition to berries.

Homemade Blackberry Sauce Ingredients

I am telling you, this is one of the easiest toppings, and it tastes so amazing. All you need to make it is fresh blackberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice.

Best Ways to Eat Homemade Blackberry Sauce

Easy Homemade Blackberry Sauce makes for the perfect topping or addition to so many dishes. I personally love to add this sauce over the top of my favorite vanilla ice-cream. Some other great ways to eat Blackberry Topping is:

Over the top of pancakes or waffles for breakfast or brunch.
Added to your favorite pastry crusts to make the best sweet treats.
Stirred into yogurt or a smoothie for a yummy snack.

I am sure this Easy Homemade Blackberry Sauce will soon be one of your family’s favorites. As always, if you make this recipe snap a picture and tag me on Instagram. Follow along with The Four Acre Farm on Pinerest for more Easy Homemade Recipes, Gardening Tips, and Budget Friendly DIY.

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Easy Homemade Blackberry Sauce

1 pound Blackberries (2 3/4 cups)
1 cup Sugar
1/4 cup Water
1 tbsp Lemon Juice
1 tsp Vanilla Flavoring (Optional)

Wash, prep, and dice berries.
In a large skillet add water and berries, cook on medium heat until berries start to reduce. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Use the back of a fork to mash berries if you want them a little more reduced.
Turn heat to medium-low, and add sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice. Stir continuously until all ingredients are well incorporated. Reduce until the sauce is your desired thickness, around 10 minutes. Add a tablespoon or two of water to thin sauce, if needed.
Serve as a side dish, over vanilla ice-cream, or even on top of pancakes or waffles. The possibilities are endless!

Dessert

blackberry, cranberry sauce