Strawberry Simple Syrup

Glass mason jar sitting on a white cloth filled with pink liquid and strawberries next to it.

Elevate your beverage game with my strawberry simple syrup recipe. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries, this versatile syrup adds a delightful twist to drinks and desserts.

Course Sauce

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings

Calories 26kcal

Author Katie

Equipment

Measuring Cup
1 Cutting Board
1 Knife
1 Pot
1 Whisk
1 Stovetop

Ingredients

1 cup White Granulated Sugar
1 cup Water
1 cup Strawberries Sliced

Instructions

In a medium pot, combine sugar, water, and strawberries and bring to a boil. Once the mixture reaches a boil, lower the flame to medium-low. Stir occasionally and let cook for 10 minutes until sugar has dissolved and strawberries are no longer firm.
Let the strawberry simple syrup cool to room temperature. Strain the cooked strawberries in a strainer, and strain the juice into a mason jar. Refrigerate and use up to one week.

Notes

Serving Size: Calories were calculated based on 1 tablespoon serving. Nutritional calculations are estimated and may vary depending on serving size and ingredients.
Strawberry Selection: Choose ripe, fragrant strawberries for the best flavor. Overripe strawberries might result in an overly sweet syrup.
Mashing Technique: Gently mash the strawberries while they cook to help release their juices and flavor. Avoid over-mashing to prevent a cloudy syrup.
Storage Hack: To extend the syrup's shelf life, consider freezing it in ice cube trays. This allows you to conveniently portion out smaller amounts for future use.
Creative Combos: Experiment with adding herbs like basil or mint during the simmering process to create unique flavor profiles.
Cooked Strawberries: You can save the cooked strawberries to add into drinks or freeze to use as ice cubes when you make a drink.

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