Pork Free Strawberry Honey Syrup
This vibrant strawberry syrup is the kind of thing that makes everything it touches taste more special — think pancakes, cocktails, lemonade, yogurt, or a simple drizzle over vanilla ice cream. Fresh strawberries are simmered down with honey and a squeeze of lemon juice until they collapse into a deep, jewel-red liquid that smells absolutely incredible. The honey adds a floral sweetness that plain sugar just can't match, and the lemon keeps the whole thing bright and balanced rather than cloying. Pressing the cooked berries through a fine-mesh strainer gives you a silky, smooth syrup with an intense concentrated flavor. It's naturally free from any animal-derived ingredients beyond honey, with no additives or preservatives to worry about — just four clean, simple components. Once cooled and sealed in a jar, it keeps in the fridge and is ready to elevate whatever you're making next.
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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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