Description
Indulge in the sweetness of homemade strawberry syrup, a delightful addition to your breakfast or dessert spread. This easy-to-make syrup captures the essence of fresh strawberries combined with a splash of lemon for a vibrant, flavorful topping. Perfect for drizzling over pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or ice cream, this versatile recipe elevates any dish and allows you to control the ingredients—free from preservatives commonly found in store-bought versions. Simple enough for casual brunches yet elegant enough for festive occasions, this homemade strawberry syrup is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 350 grams strawberries (15–18 strawberries or 3/4 lb)
- 100 grams granulated sugar (1/2 cup)
- 118 milliliters water (1/2 cup)
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Remove the stems and hulls from the strawberries.
- Blend strawberries with water until smooth.
- Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve into a saucepan.
- Stir in sugar and lemon juice over medium heat until dissolved.
- Bring to a gentle boil and cook for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Allow cooling before transferring to an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg