Strawberry Simple Syrup

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• There are so many ways to use this syrup.
• You can make simple syrup in less than 30 minutes.
• It's so easy! If you can boil water you can make this recipe.
• Strawberry syrup can last, sealed in the refrigerator, for up to a month.

• Fresh Strawberries - I love to use the fresh berries. Frozen will work, but during the peak of strawberry season I'm always going to use fresh.
• Granulated Sugar - The secret to any kind of simple syrup is always sugar!
• Lemons (juiced) - The lemon juice brightens the syrup.
• Water -A little bit of water helps bring this simple syrup to life.

Step 1: In a small sauce pan, over medium heat, add 1 lb strawberries, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 cup of water.

Step 2: Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a low simmer and cook for 15 minutes. You will want all of the sugar to be completely dissolved.

Step 3: Strain syrup through a fine mesh strainer and press the strawberries with the back of a wooden spoon to help release all the juices. A potato masher works great too.

Step 4: Pour the syrup into an airtight container.

To store: Pour the syrup into an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 4 weeks. I like to use a mason jar.

To freeze: Pour the syrup into an ice cube tray and freeze. Once frozen, transfer the cubes to a freezer-safe bag or container. The syrup will last for up to 6 months in the freezer. Make sure you use a freezer-safe container.

There are so many ways to use this strawberry simple syrup recipe! Here are a few of my favorites:

• Add it to your favorite cocktail or mocktail or iced tea. I especially like it for strawberry mojitos!
• Use in place of maple syrup on pancakes and waffles.
• Drizzle it over yogurt or oatmeal.
• Use it as a fruit dip or fruit syrup.
• Drizzle over a fresh fruit salad.
• Add it to seltzer water for a delicious strawberry soda.
• It's delicious over ice cream.
• Make homemade strawberry milk.
• Drizzle over angel food cake.
• Make Strawberry Lemonade using the syrup.

What is your favorite way to use simple syrup? Let us know in the comments below!

There are about 460 calories in 1 cup of strawberry simple syrup.

To make this recipe sugar-free, you'll need to use a sugar substitute..

Yes, there is a difference! Strawberry syrup is made with strawberries, whereas simple syrup is just sugar and water.

This syrup will last in the fridge for up to 4 weeks. Be sure to store in an airtight container.