BHA & BHT Free Strawberry Honey Syrup
Fresh strawberries, honey, lemon juice, and water — that's the entire ingredient list, and it's exactly what makes this syrup so satisfying to make. Many store-bought syrups and flavored sweeteners sneak in synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT to extend shelf life, so making your own is one of the easiest ways to sidestep those additives entirely. The berries are simmered low and slow until they completely break down into a deep, jewel-red liquid that smells absolutely incredible. Honey adds a floral sweetness that plays beautifully against the brightness of fresh lemon juice, giving the syrup a complexity that goes way beyond plain sugar. Straining out the solids leaves you with a silky, pourable syrup that thickens just enough as it cools. Drizzle it over pancakes, stir it into lemonade, swirl it into yogurt, or spoon it over vanilla ice cream — honestly, the uses are endless. Keep a jar in the fridge and you'll find yourself reaching for it all week long.
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8 servings
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- 1
Combine the strawberries, honey, lemon juice, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the berries, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- 2
Cook, stirring occasionally and pressing the berries against the side of the pan with a spoon, until the strawberries have completely broken down and the liquid is deep red and slightly thickened, about 15–18 minutes.
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