Strawberry Simple Syrup

Strawberry Simple Syrup is perfect for using in cocktails, lemonades, teas, a host of desserts, plus so much more. Only 3 ingredients are needed, and it’s super easy to make.

Adding the strawberry flavor into a simple syrup is really easy, plus it’s a great way to use fresh strawberries past their prime.

Actually, I was surprised by how much strawberry flavor there is in this syrup. It’s awesome.

Making Strawberry Simple Syrup

Let’s Talk Strawberries.

First, if you have any fresh strawberries that have gone just a bit past their prime, perfect. These are the best.

Otherwise, use fresh strawberries, or even frozen.

Remove the stem and cut them into quarters.

If using frozen, (which is great, because you can use them year-round), no need to thaw them first.

Just throw them in.

In a saucepan, add the strawberries, granulated sugar, and water.

Bring to a boil, then let simmer for about 20 minutes. Uncovered.

The liquid will reduce, thereby thickening, like a syrup should.

If the syrup is not as thick as you’d like it, just cook it a bit longer.

Then, using a fine mesh strainer, strain the strawberries out of the simple syrup.

Resist the urge to mash down on the strawberries to get out every drop, as you may push bits of strawberry through the strainer. This can make your simple syrup cloudy.

Use can even line the strainer with cheesecloth for a crystal-clear simple syrup, which is great when giving as a gift.

Store and refrigerate your Strawberry Simple Syrup in the refrigerator until cold before using.

Your new syrup should last about a month in the fridge.

Serving Strawberry Simple Syrup

Once you taste this syrup, you’ll know why it’s so popular and loved. Here are a few ideas on serving it:

• This syrup is commonly used in a variety of cocktails, such as Strawberry Mojitos.
• Flavor lemonades and iced teas.
• Add to smoothies, or as an added flavor to water or milk.
• Brush some onto cake layers for added sweetness and moisture.
• Brush onto a bagel under the cream cheese layer.
• Drizzle over pancakes, waffles, and French toast.
• Use in a variety of desserts, such as strawberry shortcake or over ice cream sundaes.
• Add to a fruit salad dressing.
• Pour into a pretty glass jar and give as a gift.

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