No-waste Strawberry Top Simple Syrup Recipe
Elevate your culinary creations with this no-waste strawberry top simple syrup recipe! Crafted from the often-overlooked tops of strawberries, this eco-friendly syrup not only helps reduce food waste but also adds a delightful fruity twist to your favorite dishes. With its vibrant color and sweet flavor, it’s perfect for drizzling over pancakes, mixing into yogurt, or sweetening iced beverages. Simple to make in just one hour, you’ll enjoy this versatile syrup at family brunches, summer picnics, or as a creative garnish for desserts. Discover how easy it is to transform strawberry scraps into a delicious addition to your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately four half-pints of syrup 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups strawberry tops
- 4 cups sugar
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the strawberry tops and set aside.
- In a small pot, combine the strawberry tops and water.
- Add sugar to the mixture (maintaining a 1:1 ratio) and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the water turns red and the tops are faded pink.
- Strain the mixture into another container, pressing down on the tops to extract maximum liquid.
- Return the strained juice to the pot and simmer until reduced by about 1/4 and slightly thickened.
- Allow to cool before transferring to a jar for storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg