Strawberry Syrup
The simplest recipes make the best foods. Just two ingredients make an amazing dessert topping, syrup pancakes or waffles. Strain the strawberries, and this clear syrup is perfect to mix into cocktails or milk, depending on your tastes!
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Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 33kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound strawberries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Wash and hull strawberries.1 pound strawberries
- Slice into halves or thirds, then place in a small heavy pot. Once all strawberries are prepped, add sugar and water.1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup water
- Turn heat to medium and stir. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring periodically.
- Reduce the head and simmer for 10-15 minutes, then remove from heat. The liquid will have reduced but will still be fairly thin. It will thicken as it cools.
- Optional: To make a clear syrup, skim foam from the top. Then strain the strawberries from the syrup. Do this if you wish to add your syrup to beverages, such as milk or cocktails.
- Otherwise, place unstrained syrup into a mason jar and add the lid. Let sit on counter until room temperature. Place in fridge and store for up to two weeks.
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Notes
- I usually use fresh strawberries, but you can absolutely use frozen strawberries.
- For more tips and tricks, be sure to read the full article above.
Nutrition
Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 33kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g
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