Watermelon Syrup
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
15
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Calories
54 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Watermelon Syrup
Description
Watermelon Syrup blends ripe watermelon cubes with sugar and water before gently simmering the mixture to infuse flavors. After simmering, the syrup is strained to remove pulp, resulting in a smooth, sweet liquid offering the fresh taste of watermelon. The syrup's texture is liquid and pourable, making it versatile for drizzling or mixing.
The sweetness is balanced by the natural fruit flavor, making it a pleasant addition to beverages like cocktails, iced teas, or sodas. It can also be used as a topping for ice cream, yogurt, or pancakes to add fruity notes.
Once prepared and cooled, the syrup should be stored in a sanitized container in the refrigerator where it remains fresh for up to two weeks. The strained watermelon pieces can be saved and served as a sweet garnish for desserts or breakfast dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup watermelon ripe, cubes
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Add the watermelon, sugar, and water to a pot over a medium/low heat and stir.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and cool slightly.
- Place a sieve over a bowl and carefully pour in the syrup to strain out the watermelon (tip: you can save it and serve the sweet watermelon cubes on ice cream, yogurt or pancakes!).
- Allow the syrup to cool and pour into a sanitized bottle or jar.
- Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 15Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 54 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 54kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.001g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.004g | 0% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 12mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.04g | 0% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 58IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.03mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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