Gut Friendly Strawberry Honey Syrup
Fresh strawberries, a drizzle of honey, a squeeze of lemon, and a splash of water ā that's genuinely all it takes to make a syrup that tastes like summer in a jar. The berries are simmered low and slow until they completely break down into a deep, jewel-red liquid that's naturally sweet and just a little tart. Straining out the solids leaves you with a silky, smooth syrup that's free from the artificial sweeteners, preservatives, and added sugars that make so many store-bought versions a gamble for a sensitive gut. Honey brings a gentler sweetness than refined sugar, and the lemon juice adds brightness while supporting that clean, simple ingredient list. Drizzle it over yogurt, stir it into sparkling water, or spoon it onto oatmeal ā it plays well with just about anything. It thickens beautifully as it cools, so what comes out of that jar feels genuinely luxurious despite how little effort went in.
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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 15ā18 minutes.
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