Easy Blackberry Simple Syrup - Using Fresh or Frozen Berries
Servings: 8 Servings
Ingredients
- 16 ounces blackberries fresh or frozen
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Place the blackberries, sugar, and water in a medium saucepan.16 ounces blackberries, 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup water
- Cook over medium heat until the blackberries break down into a pulp and the sugar dissolves. If necessary, use a potato masher to mash the fruit.
- Remove from heat, and stir in the lemon juice. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove any thick parts.1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 ounce of blackberry syrup. Actual calories will vary.
- Store cooled syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for 1–2 weeks.
- Scroll up above the recipe to find the following info:
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- How to Make It (with step-by-step photos)
- Quick Tips
- Flavor Variations and Natural Sweeteners
- Ways to Use Blackberry Syrup
- What to Do with the Leftover Pulp
- How to Store Leftovers (includes freezing instructions)
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Nutrition Facts
Easy Blackberry Simple Syrup - Using Fresh or Frozen Berries
Serving Size
1 ounce
Amount per Serving
Calories
121
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.4
g
1
%
Saturated Fat
0.01
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.03
g
Sodium
2
mg
0
%
Potassium
93
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
30
g
10
%
Fiber
3
g
12
%
Sugar
28
g
31
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
121
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
12
mg
15
%
Calcium
17
mg
2
%
Iron
0.4
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
