Strawberry Simple Syrup
This easy strawberry simple syrup recipe uses fresh or frozen strawberries and simple pantry ingredients to create a bright, flavorful syrup. Perfect for drinks, desserts, pancakes, and more.
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 55kcal
Equipment
- 1 Medium saucepan
- 1 Fine mesh strainer
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries hulled, 300 grams
- 1 cup granulated sugar 200 grams
- 1 cup water 240 grams
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries – Wash, hull, and slice the strawberries into even pieces so they cook down at the same rate and release consistent flavor into the syrup. Frozen strawberries can go in directly without thawing.
- Combine the ingredients – Add the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, and water to a medium saucepan and place over medium heat. Stir gently to begin dissolving the sugar before the heat builds.
- Bring to a gentle simmer – Stir occasionally as the sugar dissolves and the mixture warms. Once it begins bubbling steadily around the edges, reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle, steady simmer.
- Simmer – Let the mixture simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries are very soft and the liquid has turned a deep, rich red throughout.
- Strain carefully – Set a fine mesh strainer over a large heat-safe bowl or measuring cup and pour the hot mixture through slowly. Allow the liquid to drain naturally without pressing the fruit to keep the syrup clear and smooth. Line with cheesecloth for an extra fine finish.
- Cool completely – Let the strained syrup cool fully to room temperature before transferring to a clean glass jar. Seal tightly, label and date the jar, and refrigerate.
- Serve – Stir into lemonade, drizzle over Sourdough Waffles and Pancakes, spoon onto a Freshly Milled Einkorn Dutch Baby Pancake, blend into an Easy Strawberry Frappe, or stir into coffee or an iced latte.
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Notes
Do not rush the simmer – A gentle simmer, not a hard boil, keeps the flavor fresh and prevents the syrup from reducing too quickly.
Stir occasionally, not constantly – Light stirring prevents sticking while allowing the strawberries to infuse naturally.
Strain without pressing – Let the liquid drain through a fine mesh sieve without mashing the fruit, which keeps the syrup clear and smooth.
Cool completely before storing – Allow the syrup to reach room temperature before transferring to a jar to preserve clarity and flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 14g