Pumpkin Simple Syrup
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Masher optional
- measuring cups
- Strainer
- Wooden Spoon
- Mason Jar or Small Pyrex
Ingredients
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Pumpkin Puree
Instructions
- Measure 1 cup of pumpkin puree and add it to the pot.
- Measure 1 cup of water and add it to the pot.
- Measure 1 cup of sugar and add it to the pot.
- Put the put on medium heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir well while heating.
- Remove it from the heat and pour mixture through the strainer to get out any thick puree left. You can use the masher to press the mixture in the strainer getting all bits of liquid out.
- Place the syrup in a jar and put it in the refrigerator to cool down and thicken.
Notes
Tips
- Use a fine mesh strainer to keep any thick puree out of the finished syrup.
- Press the syrup with a masher or back of a spoon while in the strainer to get all the liquid out.
- Stir frequently while heating to avoid scorching.
- Simmer the syrup only; Do not boil.
- Put the syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 - 4 weeks.
- If you need to keep it longer than 4 weeks you can freeze it in an ice cube tray.
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Nutrition information provided is just an estimate and may vary based on specific ingredients used.