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Published: May 17, 2023, By: Melissa, Updated: Oct 16, 2023

Blackberry Puree (Easy No-Cook Recipe)

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Blackberry puree is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the sweet flavor of fresh blackberries when they are in season. This easy and delicious blackberry puree can be used on ice cream, yogurt, pancakes, smoothies, and cocktails. It takes only minutes to make and you only need two ingredients.

closeup of blackberry puree being poured off of spoon into a bowl

Blackberry puree is my newest obsession and for good reason, it is so delicious! This simple puree takes just minutes and no cooking is required.

I love using this blackberry puree to top whipped cottage cheese, Sweet cottage cheese dip, fluffy pancakes, cheesecake, or any dessert or breakfast that I am having after I make this. I even use it to make a quick blackberry cocktail when I am in the mood or entertaining.

It is a family favorite. You can also use this to add flavor to champagne or wine with an elegant meal.

The possibilities are endless 🙂

Ingredients

blackberry puree ingredients

You are only going to need 2 simple ingredients for this blackberry puree:

  • Fresh blackberries. I recommend 2 pints of blackberries because you do not get a lot from just one pint. This is totally up to you. Use one pint or two! You also want to make sure you are using fresh blackberries. If you have made my strawberry and blueberry sauce or my easy blueberry sauce from frozen berries you know I love frozen berry recipes but this is not one of those recipes 🙂
  • Sugar. The little bit of sugar just really brings out the sweetness of the blackberries. This is optional but I highly recommend it!

How to make blackberry puree

If you thought the ingredient list was easy, the steps to make this blackberry puree is just as simple. No cooking is required here!

blackberries in food processor
pureed blackberries
  1. Rinse the blackberries: Make sure the blackberries are clean before blending them. Only rinse them under cold water.
  2. Puree: Place the berries in a food processor and blend until smooth. Add sugar and blend again.
pressing blackberries
blackberry puree in jar
  1. Strain: Pour the puree through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any seeds. You will need to push the puree through with a spatula or spoon.
  2. Refrigerate: Transfer the puree to a container and refrigerate until ready to use.
easy blackberry puree

How to use

  1. Blackberry Smoothie. I love swirling this blackberry puree into my smoothies during the summer months. Really good!
  2. I love adding it to my margaritas for an extra fruity flavor.
  3. Top Cheesecakes.
  4. Blackberry BBQ Sauce. I love flavored (fruit-flavored) BBQ sauces and I sometimes swap out the cherries in my cherry BBQ sauce for this blackberry puree and it is out of this world delicious.
  5. I top pancakes and French toast with it.

There are so many ways to use pureed blackberries!

How to store

Once you make the puree, you can store it in a container covered for up to one week in the fridge. If you want to freeze the puree, place it in a freezer-proof bag and freeze for up to 2 months.

Thaw it overnight in the fridge when you are ready to use it.

Pro Tips

Here are some tips for making this puree:

  • If you do not have a food processor to make blackberry puree, you can use a blender or a mortar and pestle. If using a mortar and pestle, just mash the berries really well and scrape them out into a fine mesh strainer to strain the seeds of the berries.
  • If you prefer to not have sugar in your blackberry puree, you can leave it out or use honey.

Variations

If you love this method of making use of fresh blackberries, this also works with other fresh fruit. I have used this method with strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries with great success.

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closeup of blackberry puree being poured off of spoon into a bowl
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5 from 1 vote

Blackberry Puree

A simple and delicious blackberry puree recipe that is perfect with any breakfast, dessert or cocktail.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Total Time5 minutes mins
Servings: 1 cup
Author: Melissa Oleary

Ingredients

  • 2 pints Fresh blackberries rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar.

Instructions

  • Add blackberries to food processor.
    2 pints Fresh blackberries
  • Puree until smooth.
  • Add sugar.
    1 tablespoon Granulated sugar.
  • Puree again until combined.
  • Pour puree through fine mesh strainer.
  • Use immediately or store covered in the fridge for up to one week.

Nutrition

Calories: 38kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 128mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 169IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Nutrition Values are estimates only.

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Course :bbq, cocktails, Dessert, Drinks, entertaining, holidays, sauce, Snack

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  1. HouseMouse says

    January 18, 2024 at 4:54 pm

    Should the recipe say 1/2 cup in the servings instead of 12?

    Reply
    • Melissa Oleary says

      January 18, 2024 at 5:25 pm

      Yes, and thank you for letting me know 🙂

      Reply
  2. Anne Marie says

    May 18, 2023 at 1:30 pm

    5 stars
    We really enjoyed this. Used it to top yogurt for breakfast and it was delicious!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      May 18, 2023 at 3:59 pm

      That sounds delicious! So glad you enjoyed it 🙂

      Reply

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