Strawberry Simple Syrup
Strawberry simple syrup is a quick and easy way to add a fresh, fruity flavor to your favorite drinks and treats. With just 2 simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch quickly. It's perfect for cocktails, mocktails, lemonade, pancakes, and more!
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup water
- ½ cup organic cane sugar
- 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries hulled and roughly chopped if fresh
Instructions
- Heat the water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Constantly stir until the sugar dissolves, then add the strawberries.
- Reduce to medium heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes (10 minutes if using fresh strawberries), stirring occasionally.
- Place a fine mesh strainer over a glass jar and pour the strawberry syrup through. Use the back of a spoon to gently press against the berries to help extract all the syrup.
- Let the syrup cool to room temperature before storing it in the fridge for at least an hour before using.
Notes
Makes about 1 ¼ cups of strawberry syrup.
Don't throw the strained strawberries away - see the blog post for ideas on how to enjoy them!
See the blog post for helpful tips, storage, serving ideas, and recipe FAQs.