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    Home » Sauces and Spreads

    Strawberry Simple Syrup

    Published: May 18, 2023 by Kristin · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · Leave a Comment

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    A flip lock bottle with text that says strawberry simple syrup.
    A flip lock bottle with a red syrup and text that says strawberry simple syrup.
    A flip lock bottle with a red syrup and text that says strawberry simple syrup.

    How to make strawberry simple syrup. With just a few ingredients and some fresh strawberries, you will have yourself a syrup that can be added to lemonade, cocktails, desserts and other fun recipes.

    A glass flip lock bottle with a red strawberry simple syrup and fresh strawberries.

    Do you love fresh summer berries? We seriously cannot get enough.

    Besides eating fresh from the garden, we love to add berries to all kinds of dishes or infuse things with their flavor.

    That's where this simple syrup comes in. It's so easy to make, full of fresh strawberry flavor, and can be added to a fresh homemade lemonade, summer cocktail or dessert.

    Be sure to also check out my rhubarb simple syrup. Pair the two together to create a classic strawberry rhubarb combination.

    A strawberry rhubarb smoothie is another great way to pair these two garden favorites together.

    Get my other simple syrup recipes:

    • Mint Simple Syrup
    • Rhubarb Simple Syrup
    • Blueberry Simple Syrup
    • Cinnamon Simple Syrup
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    Ingredients

    Fresh lemon, strawberries, cup of water and sugar.

    Fresh Strawberries: While frozen can be used, fresh is going to give you the most flavor. And the fresher they are the better they will be!

    Lemon: A little bit of lemon juice goes a long way. This helps balance out the sweetness from the sugar and strawberries.

    How to Make

    Start off by hulling out the top of the strawberry and dicing into small pieces. I like to use the strawberry hauler below. It's a great way to remove the stem without having to cut off the top of the strawberry.

    A strawberry hauler with a fresh strawberry.

    In a small pot on the stove add the water and sugar, then warm over medium heat.

    A small pot with strawberries boiling in water.

    Add in the fresh strawberries and bring to a boil.

    Reduce to a simmer and allow to cook for about 20-25 minutes or until the liquid has reduced down and has a thick consistency.

    A liquid measuring cup with a pink liquid inside and a fine mesh strainer sitting on top.

    Remove from heat and allow to slightly cool.

    Run through a fine mesh strainer to collect all the pieces of strawberry.

    Gently move the strawberries around the strainer so the liquid can get through. Be careful not to push too hard or bits of strawberry will make it through.

    A strainer with diced up strawberries inside.

    Do not toss the strawberries!! They go so great in a fresh lemonade, or just simply enjoy them.

    Storage

    This simple syrup will keep in a glass jar, bottle or container in the refrigerator for up to a month.

    This sauce can also be frozen. Freeze using ice cube trays and then keep the frozen cubes in a freezer safe container.

    Equipment

    Strawberry Hauler: Using this strawberry hauler is a great way to remove the stem, leaving as much strawberry behind as possible. If you do not have one, it is definitely a great tool to have on hand.

    Small Pot: I like to use a 2 qt pot or larger.

    Fine Mesh Strainer: To strain out all the cooked strawberries.

    Glass Bottles: These flip lock bottles are great for storing and serving this simple syrup.

    Ways to Serve

    This simple syrup can be added to all kinds of things such as lemonades, limeades, and fruit salads. Here are some other ideas:

    • Cocktails
    • Lemonade
    • Tea
    • Italian Sodas
    • Desserts
    • Milkshakes
    • Ice Cream

    Pair with this rhubarb simple syrup to create a classic flavor combination.

    Other Summer Recipes:

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    📋Recipe

    A glass flip lock bottle with a strawberry simple syrup and fresh strawberries.

    Strawberry Simple Syrup

    Author: Kristin
    How to make strawberry simple syrup. Just a few ingredients and some fresh strawberries will give you a syrup that can be added to lemonade, cocktails, desserts or other fun recipes. Makes about 2 cups of simple syrup.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 25 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Servings 16
    Calories 54 kcal

    Equipment

    • Strawberry Hauler
    • FIne Mesh Strainer
    • Small Pot
    • Glass Bottle

    Ingredients
      

    • 10 ounces Strawberries - Hauled and diced, about 2 cups
    • 1 Cup Water
    • 1 Cup Granulated Sugar
    • Juice from Half a lemon - About 1 tablespoon

    Instructions
     

    • Start off by hulling out the top of the strawberry and dicing into small pieces. I like to use the strawberry hauler below. It's a great way to remove the stem without having to cut off the top of the strawberry.
    • In a small pot on the stove add the water and sugar and warm over medium heat.
    • Add in the fresh strawberries and bring to a boil. 
      Reduce to a simmer and allow to cook for about 20-25 minutes or until the liquid has reduced down and has a thick consistency. 
    • Remove from heat and allow to slightly cool. Run through a fine mesh strainer to collect all the pieces of strawberry. 
    • Gently move the strawberries around so the liquid can get thought. Be careful to not push too hard or bits of strawberry will make it through.
    • Store in a glass jar or bottle in the refrigerator for about a month.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1ounceCalories: 54kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 0.1gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.003gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 27mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.1mg
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