Sweet and Fruity Strawberry Syrup for Cocktails, Desserts, and More
Sweetened Strawberry Liquid
In this easy, appetizing recipe, we'll craft a mouthwatering strawberry syrup, ideal for sprucing up your favorite cocktails, desserts, or sodas. Let's embark on this delectable journey!
Ingredients (Makes approx. 2 cups)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 pound strawberries, hulled and sliced
Let's Cook!
- Blend the flavors: Pop the sugar and water into a medium saucepan and stir to merge them. Heat this concoction up on medium-high heat until the whole shebang boils.
- Tone it down: Reduce the heat to a simmer and let it simmer until that sugar dissolves entirely and the syrup thickens a tad, around 5 minutes should do the trick.
- Fold in the berries: Add those sliced strawberries to the saucepan and let the mixture return to a simmer. Cook the whole thing until the berries soften completely, around 10 minutes, giving it a stir every so often.
- Cool it off: Remove the saucepan from the heat and chill it to room temperature.
- Drain the syrup: Use a fine-mesh strainer to separate the syrup from the fruit solids, giving it a toss. Ditch the solids. Transfer the syrup to a container with a snug-fitting lid, seal it up, and stow it in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Craft Your Delightful Concoctions
- Cocktails: Pair it with vodka, lemon juice, and sparkling wine for a zesty spritz.
- Desserts: Drizzle it over ice cream, pancakes, or waffles to add a berry-tastic touch.
- Bubbly Sodas: Combine with sparkling water, a squirt of lemon, and some ice cubes for a scrumptious fruity soda.
Tips for Personal Preferences
- Herbal Kicks: Infuse with mint or basil for an enticing, herbal twist.
- Thicker Syrup: For a drizzable consistency, carry on cooking the syrup until it's as thick as you'd like.
- Sensational Spice: Add a dash of citrus juice or spices to bring depth to your syrup.
With these simple steps and tips, you'll whip up a versatile, tantalizing strawberry syrup that'll elevate your drink and dessert choices! Enjoy! 😋
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- The syrup is not just uncategorized, but a perfect addition to various offerings such as cocktails, desserts, and sodas, making it a significant contributor to nutrition.
- The sweet and fruity strawberry syrup recipe, featuring strawberries, sugar, water, and optional herbs or spices, offers detailed instructions for your culinary endeavors.
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