Strawberry Simple Syrup
Our strawberry patch did so well this year I had to freeze a bunch to keep up! I found a big bag of our home grown strawberries in the freezer this afternoon and decided to use some to make a strawberry simple syrup. It’s been so hot here lately, I figured my kids could make themselves a cream soda or lemonade with it to help cool down. I think I might use some for a strawberry margarita at the end of the week. YUM!
How to Make Strawberry Simple Syrup
Combine the strawberries, water, sugar, and lemon juice together in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
Bring to a boil and mash the berries with a potato masher. Turn the stove off and allow the flavors to mingle for 10 minutes.
Pour the mixture through a very fine strainer into a glass jar. Store sealed in the refrigerator. Enjoy.
Servings: 1 1/2 cups
Equipment
- Glass Jar with Lid
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- Zest from 1/2 small lemon
Instructions
- Combine the strawberries, water, sugar, and lemon juice together in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Mash the berries with a potato masher. Turn the stove off and allow the flavors to mingle for 10 minutes.
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Can I have some for my pancakes :-)) Homemade syrup must be very tasty!
The idea of a strawberry margarita or mojito sounds so good!
Nice recipe to have.