Rice Free Strawberry Honey Syrup
Fresh strawberries, honey, lemon juice, and water — that's the entire ingredient list, and somehow the result tastes like something you'd pay too much for at a fancy brunch spot. The berries are simmered low and slow until they completely break down, releasing a deep, jewel-red liquid that thickens into something truly gorgeous. A fine-mesh strainer does the heavy lifting at the end, pressing every last drop of flavor out of the cooked fruit before the solids get discarded. What you're left with is a silky, naturally sweetened syrup with bright citrus running through it. It's endlessly versatile — drizzle it over yogurt, pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or stir it into a cold drink for an instant upgrade. Since every ingredient here is whole and grain-free by nature, there's no label-reading required and no hidden fillers to worry about. Make a jar on the weekend 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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