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Macerated Strawberries

Macerated Strawberries are so easy to make and can be used in so many recipes!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 61 kcal
Course: Dessert , Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pint strawberries about 2 cups
  • 2-3 tablespoons granulated sugar or brown sugar

Instructions

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  1. Wash and hull strawberries, cutting them into thin slices.
  2. Place in a medium-sized bowl and sprinkle sugar on top.
  3. Mix until combined and let the strawberries sit at room temperature for 30-40 minutes or until they have released juices.

Notes

  • Macerated berries can sit at room temperature for a few hours before serving.
  • Optional additions include:
  • Keep macerated strawberries in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Stir before using.
  • Freeze macerated strawberries in ice cubes to pop into iced tea or sparkling water or freeze portions in zippered bags for up to 1 month.
  • orange or lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon juice
  • a splash of Grand Marnier, brandy, or rum
  • other berries or sliced peaches

Nutrition Information

Calories 61 (3%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 181mg (5%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 14IU (0%) Vitamin C 70mg (78%) Calcium 19mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 61

% Daily Value*

Calories 61 3%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 181mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin A 14IU 0%
Vitamin C 70mg 78%
Calcium 19mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.