The Ultimate Guide to Fruit Simple Syrups + 6 Flavors
One of the easiest and most versatile ways stretch seasonal ingredients is by making fruit simple syrups. It adds a burst of natural flavor to everyday recipes.
Servings: 3 cups
Calories: 302kcal
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Kitchen Essentials
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Fruit fresh or frozen
- 1 Cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 Cup Water
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Instructions
How to Make Fruit Simple Syrup
- Add the fruit, sugar, and water to a small saucepan.1 Cup Granulated Sugar, 1 Cup Water, 1 Cup Fruit
- Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
- Continue to simmer gently allowing the mixture to simmer for about 10–15 minutes, letting the fruit release its juices.
- Mash slightly (optional). Use the back of a spoon to gently mash the fruit for stronger flavor.
- Strain the syrup. Pour through a fine mesh strainer to remove the fruit solids.
- Let the syrup cool before transferring it to a clean jar or bottle.
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Notes
6 Delicious Fruit Simple Syrup Variations
Once you know the basic method, you can easily customize it using different fruits.Strawberry Simple Syrup
Strawberries create a bright pink syrup with a sweet, classic flavor. This syrup is perfect for lemonade, iced tea, pancakes, and summer drinks. Use chopped fresh strawberries or frozen strawberries for the best results.Blueberry Simple Syrup
Blueberry syrup produces a deep purple color and rich berry flavor. It pairs beautifully with sparkling water, cocktails, yogurt, and desserts. Gently mash the blueberries while simmering to release more juice.Raspberry Simple Syrup
Raspberry syrup has a vibrant color and a slightly tart flavor that balances the sweetness of the sugar. Since raspberries contain small seeds, strain the syrup well using a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth. This syrup works wonderfully in cocktails, lemonade, and chocolate desserts.Peach Simple Syrup
Peach simple syrup tastes like summer in a jar. The natural sweetness of ripe peaches creates a soft, fragrant syrup that pairs beautifully with sweet tea, iced coffee, and baked goods. Peeling the peaches is optional, but it can help produce a clearer syrup.Blackberry Simple Syrup
Blackberries produce a bold, dark syrup with a rich berry flavor. This syrup is excellent for sparkling drinks, glazes, or drizzling over vanilla ice cream. Straining is recommended to remove the seeds.Mixed Berry Simple Syrup
If you have a handful of different berries in the fridge or freezer, combine them to create a delicious mixed berry syrup. Try a combination of:- strawberries
- blueberries
- raspberries
- blackberries
Nutrition
Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 78g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 75g | Vitamin A: 239IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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