Homemade Strawberry Syrup Recipe: Sweet, Simple, And So Good
If you’ve ever dreamed of bottling up the taste of summer, this is it. This homemade strawberry syrup is fresh, fruity, and just the right amount of sweet, perfect for drizzling over pancakes, stirring into lemonade, topping your yogurt bowls, or even elevating your cocktails.
And the best part? You only need a handful of real ingredients and about 20 minutes to make it. No weird preservatives, no fake flavors, just pure strawberry bliss.
Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Syrup
- Made with real strawberries (fresh or frozen work!)
- Naturally vibrant and flavorful — nothing artificial
- Ridiculously versatile — use on breakfast, desserts, or drinks
- Quick & easy — ready in under 20 minutes
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- Fresh strawberries
- Water
- Organic cane sugar or honey
- Lemon juice (brightens up the flavor)
How To Properly Clean Strawberries
Strawberries are part of the EWG’s “Dirty Dozen,” meaning they’re one of the most pesticide-contaminated fruits, even after rinsing with water. To safely clean them, sprinkle your strawberries with baking soda, gently rub to lift away dirt and pesticide residues, then rinse thoroughly with cold water. Baking soda helps break down chemicals and bacteria naturally, giving you cleaner, safer berries to enjoy.
Ways To Use It:
- Swirl into sparkling water for a homemade strawberry soda
- Spoon over vanilla ice cream, pancakes, or waffles
- Shake into cocktails for a fruity twist
- Drizzle on yogurt or oatmeal bowls
- Layer into strawberry matcha lattes (my favorite!)
Why Homemade > Store Bought
Most store-bought syrups are loaded with high-fructose corn syrup, artificial colors, and preservatives. When you make it yourself, you get all the flavor with none of the junk plus, it’s way more delicious and fun.
My Favorite Tools For This Recipe
- Fine Mesh Strainer – to get that silky smooth texture
- Glass Storage Bottles – for easy pouring and gifting
- Stainless Steel Saucepan – makes cleanup a breeze
Trust me, once you taste this fresh homemade strawberry syrup, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it.
If you make it, tag me on Instagram, I love seeing your creations!
Gina
Strawberry Syrup
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh Strawberries or frozen and thawed
- 3/4 cup Granulated Cane Sugar
- 1/2 Lemon juice
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
- Cut the stems off the strawberries and slice in half, then add to a large saucepan.
- Add the water and sugar then stir to combine and bring to a boil over medium high heat.
- Once boiling, turn down the heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes.
- Let cool 5-10 minutes before either straining or blending until smooth.
- Place in a glass container to store in the fridge for one week.
