Strawberry Simple Syrup
Elevate your beverages and desserts with this easy-to-make Strawberry Simple Syrup! Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries, this delightful syrup enhances iced teas, lemonades, and even desserts like pancakes and ice cream. Made with just two ingredients—strawberries and sugar—this syrup is quick to prepare, taking only about 22 minutes total. The vibrant red color and fruity flavor make it a perfect addition for summer gatherings or cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings (1 tablespoon each) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups strawberries (clean, hulled, and chopped)
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups sugar
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine strawberries, water, and sugar. Stir gently.
- Mash the strawberries against the side of the pan as the mixture warms to release their juices.
- Increase heat to bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until all sugar dissolves.
- Lower heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until the syrup takes on a deep strawberry color.
- Remove from heat and strain through a fine mesh strainer into another container without pressing down on berries.
- Allow the syrup to cool completely before transferring to an airtight 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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