Heart-Healthy Lavender Syrup
Elevate your beverages and desserts with this soothing and aromatic Heart-Healthy Lavender Syrup, a recipe that prioritizes flavor and wellness in equal measure. Crafted with dried culinary lavender, antioxidant-rich honey, and a touch of fresh lemon juice, this syrup is a natural and wholesome alternative to refined sweeteners. The process is simple yet rewarding: gentle simmering and steeping bring out the floral essence of lavender, while low-heat preparation preserves the nutritional benefits of honey. Perfect for sweetening teas, enhancing lemonades, or drizzling over desserts, this versatile syrup combines delicate herbal notes with a hint of citrus for a refreshing twist. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's a delightful way to infuse your creations with heart-healthy goodness!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Dried culinary lavender
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons of dried culinary lavender and 1 cup of water.
Step 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Step 3
Once it reaches a simmer, remove the saucepan from heat and let it steep for about 5 minutes to allow the lavender flavor to infuse the water.
Step 4
Strain the lavender-infused water through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean jar or bowl, discarding the lavender solids.
Step 5
Return the lavender-infused liquid to the saucepan, and add 0.5 cup of honey to the liquid.
Step 6
Stir the mixture over low heat just until the honey is fully dissolved, ensuring not to boil the mixture to keep the honey's natural health benefits intact.
Step 7
Once the honey is dissolved, remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice for added freshness and preservation properties.
Step 8
Allow the syrup to cool completely before transferring it into a sterilized glass bottle or jar.
Step 9
Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks and enjoy as a sweetening agent in teas, lemonades, desserts, or any beverage of choice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 392.3 grams (392.3g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 379 |
| Total Fat 0.40g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.00g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 13mg | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate 102.50g | 37% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.00g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 98.50g | |
| Protein 1.00g | 2% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 58mg | 4% |
| Iron 1mg | 7% |
| Potassium 171mg | 4% |
Source of Calories