Sweet & Herby Strawberry Basil Simple Syrup
Sweet & Herby Strawberry Basil Simple Syrup combines sweet strawberries and fragrant basil to transform your favorite drinks or desserts.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup strawberries
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Heat the strawberries, basil, sugar, and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Muddle the strawberries and basil to release the flavor.
- Continue heating until the sugar has dissolved then strain the liquid and let it cool to room temperature.
Notes
- The sweeter the berries, the better the flavor of your syrup. Look for berries that are bright red and slightly soft to the touch.
- Add the basil at the end of cooking and let it steep off the heat to avoid bitterness and preserve its delicate herbal aroma.
- Use a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove seeds and basil bits, ensuring your syrup is silky and perfect for mixing.
Nutrition
Calories: 217kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 1gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.04gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 129mgFiber: 2gSugar: 53gVitamin A: 325IUVitamin C: 43mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg
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