No-waste Strawberry Top Simple Syrup
Discover the delightful No-waste Strawberry Top Simple Syrup Recipe, a sustainable and delicious way to make use of strawberry tops that would otherwise go to waste. This simple syrup captures the sweet essence of fresh strawberries, making it perfect for drizzling over pancakes, enhancing yogurt, or sweetening beverages. It’s an easy and eco-friendly project that highlights your commitment to reducing food waste while indulging in homemade goodness. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you can create a versatile syrup that elevates any dish or drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups of syrup 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups strawberry tops
- 4 cups sugar
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Wash the strawberry tops thoroughly to remove any dirt.
- Cut off the tops and place them in a medium-sized pot.
- Pour in water, covering the tops completely.
- Add sugar at a 1:1 ratio with the water (4 cups).
- Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10-15 minutes until the liquid turns red.
- Strain out the solids using a fine mesh sieve.
- Return the strained liquid to the pot and simmer until it thickens slightly.
- Allow to cool before transferring to jars for storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (20g)
- Calories: 54
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg