Description
This Strawberry Simple Syrup recipe offers a sweet and vibrant syrup made from fresh strawberries, sugar, and water. Perfect for cocktails, lemonades, or drizzling over desserts, it’s an easy way to add natural strawberry flavor to your favorite drinks and dishes.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb strawberries (stems removed and quartered)
- 1 cup filtered water
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a medium pot over low heat, add the quartered strawberries, filtered water, and granulated sugar. Stir gently until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Heat and boil: Increase the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a low boil. Let it boil gently for 1 minute while stirring to blend flavors.
- Simmer and mash: Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 20 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Use a potato masher or the back of a wooden spoon to mash the strawberries as they soften to release more flavor.
- Cool and strain: Remove the pot from heat and allow it to cool for 5 to 10 minutes. Place a fine mesh sieve over a heat-proof bowl and strain the syrup through the sieve, pressing lightly to extract juice without letting too many strawberry bits pass through.
- Store syrup: Transfer the strained syrup into a glass jar with a lid. Let it cool completely before sealing and storing it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Notes
- The syrup can be used in beverages like lemonade, iced tea, or cocktails for natural sweetness and strawberry flavor.
- Adjust sugar quantity according to taste or substitute with natural sweeteners.
- For a clearer syrup, strain multiple times or use cheesecloth.
- Store refrigerated and consume within two weeks for best flavor and freshness.
- The leftover mashed strawberries can be used in smoothies or desserts to reduce waste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Sauces & Condiments
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
