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    Home » Recipes » Jams and Jellies

    Quick Pickled Blueberries

    Aug 4, 2014 | by Jennifer | Last Updated: Jun 7, 2021

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    These quick pickled blueberries turn fresh blueberries in to a sweet and tangy treat - perfect with goat cheese as an appetizer or as a condiment with meat or fish.

    quick pickled blueberries in jar with crostini

    This one may not be for everyone, but I made up a batch this past week and I really loved it. So I thought I'd share the recipe here, for anyone who might like to try something a little different.

    I feared though, that there is something about the name "Pickled Blueberries" that is maybe just a little off-putting. And I certainly wouldn't want to off-put anyone, because this stuff is delicious! So we'll just call it Blueberries with a Bite, so that you can convince other people to try it too. Ok?

    Yes, technically this is a quick, pickled blueberry compote. But there are spices. And sugar, too. It's all good, and if you put some on top of crostini with a slather of goat cheese, I'm sure you'll agree it's delicious, too.

    This recipe makes about 1 1/2 cups of finished blueberries. It's a nice amount for keeping a jar for yourself and to have another to share with someone. You can easily halve the recipe though, if you'd like to make a smaller batch just to try it out. It can be canned/put up as well, following standard canning practices. I prefer just to make a small batch and use it over the short term. It will keep well in the fridge for a couple of weeks.

    How to Use Your Quick Pickled Blueberries

    Quick pickled blueberries are the perfect addition to your charcuterie board. They are perfect on crostini with goat cheese or aged cheddar.

    If you're adventurous, try some on a grilled cheese with a great old cheddar. A spoonful on top of grilled salmon is sure to be lovely, too.

    quick pickled blueberries in jar with crostini

    quick pickled blueberries in jar with crostini

    Quick Pickled Blueberries

    This blueberry compote is sweet and tangy, with some lovely warm spices. Perfect for use on crostini with goat cheese as an appetizer. If you're adventurous, try this in a grilled cheese with aged cheddar.
    Author: Jennifer
    5 stars from 2 ratings
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Appetizers, Preserves, Snack
    Servings 3 4-oz jars

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 5-inch long cinnamon stick
    • 6 whole cloves
    • 6 whole allspice berries
    • 3/4 cup red or white wine vinegar
    • 1 1/2 lb. fresh blueberries, 4 cups/1 qt.
    • 1/2 cup white sugar
    • 1/2 cup brown sugar
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    Instructions
     

    • In a large non-reactive/non-aluminum heavy-bottomed pot (Dutch Oven size, as the mixture will bubble up considerably later on!), add vinegar and the spiced. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and then continue to simmer for about 5 minutes. Remove pot from heat and let it sit for about 30 minutes, with the spices still in the vinegar.
    • Wash and pick over blueberries. Remove whole spices from the vinegar and discard. Stir blueberries and the white and brown sugars in to the vinegar. Return pot to stove and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Avoid stirring to aggressively to avoid crushing the blueberries. Once it comes to a boil, allow to boil undisturbed for about 5 minutes until thickened (you can swirl the pan a bit if you like to mix, but avoid stirring). Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
    • Using a slotted spoon (to allow the juice to drain off), spoon blueberries in to a jar. You should have brought a bit of liquid with each spoonful, but if not, you can add a bit of the left-over juice to the jar. Cover and refrigerate for 24 hours before using. Will keep refrigerated for a couple of weeks or you can can using standing canning practices.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 105g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 264mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 91g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 22.8mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1.3mg

    Nutritional information provided for general guidance only and should not be relied upon to make personal health decisions.

    Course Appetizers, Preserves, Snack
    Cuisine American
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    Hi! I'm Jennifer, a home-cook of many years and a lifelong seeker of delicious food! I'm an equal opportunity eater. I enjoy eating all the foods!

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    1. Colder by the Lake says

      November 21, 2021 at 2:05 pm

      5 stars
      Great tasting! Will tell you I had to cheat and use some of our wild frozen berries. Worked out fine.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        November 21, 2021 at 6:41 pm

        Glad to hear! Thanks so much :)

        Reply
    2. Pamela says

      August 09, 2014 at 1:17 pm

      I love anything blueberry. Need to try this soon! BTW I am obsessed with your ceramic platter with the writing on it. May I ask where you got that?

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        August 09, 2014 at 2:18 pm

        Thanks Pamela. Isn't that a pretty platter? I got it as a gift from my sister, probably 5 or 6 years ago, but I'll ask her and see if she can remember where she found it :)

        Reply
        • pamela says

          August 09, 2014 at 4:13 pm

          Thanks Jennifer! I just found your blog. It's amazing. Your photos are beautiful and your food looks even better!

          Reply
          • Jennifer says

            August 09, 2014 at 8:44 pm

            Thanks so much, Pamela. I appreciate it :)

            Reply
    3. Sophie says

      August 07, 2014 at 5:00 pm

      5 stars
      This seems like the perfect appetizer for my dinner party later this month! Something summery, but different. I think it will be a hit :)

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        August 07, 2014 at 6:11 pm

        I think so too, Sophie. It was great with goat cheese and a nice old white cheddar. I garnished with a few fresh thyme leaves.

        Reply
    4. Katie @ Butterlust says

      August 05, 2014 at 11:35 pm

      I am 100% intrigued by these blueberries!! The tartest blueberries in the pack are my faves so I'm thinking pickled blueberries may be right up my alley. A++ for creativity!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        August 06, 2014 at 7:37 am

        Thanks Katie. I loved them and sounds like you would too :)

        Reply
    5. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

      August 04, 2014 at 8:44 pm

      I've never tried pickled blueberries but now I'm intrigued. What a wonderful appetizer idea!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        August 05, 2014 at 7:22 am

        Thanks Laura. I was intrigued, too!

        Reply
    6. Gail @ A Healthy Hunger says

      August 04, 2014 at 12:01 pm

      Fantastic! I absolutely LOVE this idea! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        August 04, 2014 at 3:45 pm

        Thanks Gail. I loved it!

        Reply
    7. Karen - 2Teaspoons says

      August 04, 2014 at 11:46 am

      This looks delicious! I love tangy-sweet combinations. I bet this is fantastic paired with goat cheese! I think I may try it overtop plain greek yogurt too :-)

      Reply
    8. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

      August 04, 2014 at 11:37 am

      Yum - this looks and sounds so good Jennifer! I can't wait to try it out! I love putting fruit spreads on sandwiches.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        August 04, 2014 at 3:44 pm

        Thanks so much, Liz. I think this would be great on a sandwich!

        Reply

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