Strawberry Simple Syrup
Servings: 32 Servings
Ingredients
- 8 cups strawberries fresh, hulled
- 2 cups granulated sugar *See note
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Place the strawberries, sugar, and water in a large saucepan over low heat. Stir to combine and allow the sugar to dissolve and the strawberries to soften, about 20 to 30 minutes.8 cups strawberries, 2 cups granulated sugar, 1 cup water
- Use a wooden spoon or potato masher to mash the strawberries as they begin to soften. Continue mashing the strawberries until they’ve turned to a pulp.
- Bring to a low simmer while watching carefully. The mixture will expand in volume quite a bit. Continue cooking for another 10-15 minutes then remove from heat.
- Pour the mixture through a mesh strainer into a heat safe container.
- Allow the syrup to cool before transferring to the refrigerator.
- See post for tips, FAQs, and storage options.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 ounce. Actual calories will vary.
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
*Taste the strawberries ahead of time and adjust the sugar if necessary. Some strawberries are sweeter than others.
*This syrup will boil over very quickly, even at a simmer, so don't leave it unattended.
Nutrition Facts
Strawberry Simple Syrup
Serving Size
1 ounce
Amount per Serving
Calories
60
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.1
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
0.01
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.02
g
Sodium
1
mg
0
%
Potassium
55
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
15
g
5
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
14
g
16
%
Protein
0.2
g
0
%
Vitamin A
4
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
21
mg
25
%
Calcium
6
mg
1
%
Iron
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
