Xanthan Gum Free Strawberry Honey Syrup
Fresh strawberries, honey, lemon juice, and water — that's the entire ingredient list, and somehow the result is a syrup that tastes like summer in a jar. Many store-bought syrups and flavored sweeteners sneak in thickeners and stabilizers to get that glossy, pourable consistency, but this one achieves it the old-fashioned way: slow simmering and a good press through a fine-mesh strainer. The natural pectin in the strawberries does the heavy lifting, so there's no need for any additives to get a beautifully thick, deep-red syrup. Honey adds a floral warmth that plain sugar just can't match, while the lemon juice keeps everything bright and balanced. Drizzle it over pancakes, stir it into lemonade, swirl it into yogurt, or spoon it over ice cream — honestly, it's hard to think of a place it wouldn't belong. It keeps in the fridge and gets even better as the flavors settle, making it a smart batch-cook staple for anyone who wants real-ingredient sweetness on hand at all times.
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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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