Strawberry syrup is a sweet and flavorful liquid made from fresh strawberries, sugar, and water. It can be used as a topping or flavoring for a variety of desserts and drinks, including pancakes, waffles, ice cream, cakes, cupcakes, milkshakes, smoothies, and cocktails. The syrup is typically made by boiling the strawberries, sugar, and water together until the strawberries break down and the mixture thickens, and then straining out the solids. Some recipes may also include additional ingredients like lemon juice, vanilla extract, or cornstarch to enhance the flavor and texture of the syrup. Strawberry syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to several weeks and can be easily made at home with just a few simple ingredients. Strawberry syrup is typically made from fresh strawberries, sugar, and water.
Here's a simple recipe for making strawberry syrup:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions:
- Combine the chopped strawberries, sugar, and water in a small saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the strawberries have softened and the syrup has thickened.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the syrup cool for a few minutes.
- Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean container, pressing on the strawberries with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Discard the solids and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
- Store the syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
You can use strawberry syrup to flavor drinks like lemonade, iced tea, or cocktails, or drizzle it over pancakes, waffles, or ice cream for a delicious dessert.
