Strawberry Simple Syrup
Elevate your beverages and desserts with this delightful Strawberry Simple Syrup. This easy two-ingredient recipe transforms fresh strawberries into a sweet, vibrant syrup that can enhance everything from iced tea to pancakes. Whether you’re hosting a summer party or enjoying a cozy night in, this homemade syrup adds a refreshing touch to your favorite treats. With its pure strawberry flavor and beautiful presentation, it’s perfect for drizzling over desserts or mixing into cocktails (without any alcohol). Plus, it’s customizable to suit your sweetness preference, making it an essential addition to your culinary repertoire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings (1 tablespoon each) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries (cleaned, hulled, and chopped)
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups sugar
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped strawberries, water, and sugar.
- Stir with a wooden spoon while gently smashing the berries until well mixed.
- Increase the heat until the mixture begins to boil, ensuring all sugar dissolves.
- Reduce heat slightly and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the syrup turns a deep red color.
- Remove from heat and strain through a fine mesh strainer into another container without pressing on the berries.
- Allow the syrup to cool completely before transferring it into a sealed container for storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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