Pregnancy Friendly Strawberry Honey Syrup
Fresh strawberries, a drizzle of honey, a squeeze of lemon, and a splash of water — 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. Because every ingredient here is whole and recognizable, there's no need to squint at a label wondering what's actually in that store-bought bottle. Honey steps in as the sweetener, keeping things simple and free from refined additives that can sneak into commercial syrups. Once strained, the syrup has a gorgeous, glossy consistency that's perfect drizzled over yogurt, pancakes, sparkling water, or anything else that could use a fruity lift. It keeps in the fridge and comes together with minimal effort, which is exactly the kind of recipe worth having on hand when you want something homemade without a big production.
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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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