Ingredients
- 350 grams fresh 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
- Hull the strawberries by removing the core and leaves.
- In a blender, combine the strawberries and water; puree until smooth.
- Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve into a saucepan, discarding the pulp.
- Over medium heat, add sugar and lemon juice to the strained puree; stir until dissolved.
- Bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally until thickened (about 10 minutes).
- Allow the syrup to cool before transferring it to an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Syrup preparation
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 15g
- 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
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in herbs like mint while cooking. Adjust sweetness by tasting during cooking; add more sugar if desired. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage.
