Fresh Berry Syrup

Brighten up your breakfasts and desserts with this vibrant and versatile Fresh Berry Syrup! Made with a medley of fresh mixed berries like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries, this homemade syrup comes together in just 20 minutes and is bursting with sweet, tangy flavors. Simmered with granulated sugar, a splash of water, and a hint of freshly squeezed lemon juice, this recipe creates a perfectly balanced syrup with a naturally fruity aroma. Add a touch of vanilla for extra warmth or strain for a silky texture—it's completely customizable to your taste. Drizzle this luscious syrup over pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or ice cream to elevate your favorite dishes. Easily stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, this Fresh Berry Syrup is the ideal way to enjoy peak-season berries all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups Water
• 1 tablespoon Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the berries thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

If using strawberries, hull them and slice them into smaller pieces.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, combine the berries, granulated sugar, and water.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar dissolves and the berries start to release their juices. This should take about 3-5 minutes.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The berries will break down and thicken into a syrup.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and vanilla extract (if using).

Step 7

Let the syrup cool slightly, then strain it through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl or jar if you prefer a smooth texture. Use the back of a spoon to press the berries and extract as much liquid as possible.

Step 8

If you prefer a chunkier syrup, skip the straining step and leave the softened berries in the syrup.

Step 9

Allow the syrup to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Step 10

Serve the fresh berry syrup over pancakes, waffles, yogurt, ice cream, or your favorite desserts.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	475.6 grams (475.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	560

Total Fat 1.00g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 143.10g	52%
Dietary Fiber 10.80g	39%
Total Sugars 129.60g
Protein 2.10g	4%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 70mg	5%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 407mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.5%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 97.0%