5 from 24 votes
Strawberry Syrup
Strawberry Syrup is a bright, fruity sauce made by simmering fresh diced strawberries with lemon juice, sugar, and a splash of water, thickened with cornstarch. The result is a smooth, sweet syrup perfect for drizzling over pancakes, desserts, or mixing into beverages.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
6
Course:
Breakfast
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 lbs strawberries hulled and diced small, fresh
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice fresh
- 6 - 8 Tbsp (78g) granulated sugar to taste
- 4 Tbsp (60ml) water divided
- 1 Tbsp (10g) cornstarch
Instructions
- In a medium sauce pan bring strawberries, lemon juice, sugar and 2 Tbsp water to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently.
- Reduce heat slightly and allow to boil until juices are extracted and strawberries have softened, about 5 - 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl whisk together remaining 2 Tbsp water and cornstarch until smooth.
- Pour cornstarch mixture into strawberry mixture and look boil, stirring constantly, 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator up to 3 days.
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Notes
- Honey can be used instead of granulated sugar to sweeten the syrup for a different flavor profile.
- Store the syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to three days for best freshness.