This simple Berry Syrup requires only three ingredients and works with most berries. My favorites are strawberries, raspberries and blackberries. Yum!
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The other day I had to use up some strawberries that were quickly ripening in the fridge. I’ve always wanted to make a homemade strawberry Syrup but feared it might be way too much work. And while I can bake amazing treats like salted caramel bars and old-fashioned iced oatmeal cookies, I can’t make candy to save my life.
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Fortunately this simple berry syrup recipe is super easy and forgiving and works well for a variety of berries. I tried it with strawberries, raspberries and blackberries. And then I made a version where I didn’t strain out the mashed strawberries and it was so. dang. good. We’ve put the chunkier version atop yogurt, parfaits, rolls and pancakes.
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You need only three ingredients for this simple berry syrup: water, sugar and berries. The end. I think a batch of strawberry syrup makes for a wonderful hostess or new neighbor gift. It’s also perfect for gifting a good friend who’s always dropping off treats to your family.
Here’s a batch of simply blackberry syrup I made a week or so later. Isn’t it so pretty?
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I recommend putting this simple berry syrup in cute 8-ounce Mason jars; Mason jars seem to make everything look and taste better. I found these cute jars at Target in the dollar section, but if you can’t find them, you can pick up a set of 12 half-pint canning jars for less than $8.
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Before gifting this simply berry syrup, I recommend throwing on a cute gift tag like these free “made with love” gift tags. I thought the size of the tag was perfect for the jars of syrup and the tiny heart is the sweetest!
Printable recipe for simple berry syrup below. Enjoy!
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- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups berries (if strawberries, quarter before adding to pan)
- Combine water and sugar in medium saucepan over medium-high heat; stir until sugar is dissolved.
- Add berries to pan and bring to a boil. Boil for 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until berries are mushy and sauce is thick, about 10 minutes. Strain liquid into jar to remove fruit and seeds; refrigerate.
- Option (for strawberry syrup only): Don't strain liquid. Pour into jar and refrigerate. Use as a topping for yogurt, parfaits, rolls, etc.
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