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Blackberry simple syrup being scooped by a spoon.

Blackberry Simple Syrup

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Servings 1.25 cups

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Masher optional
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Measuring Cup
  • Small Jar or Pyrex
  • Strainer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Cup Water
  • 1 Cup Sugar
  • 1 Cup Blackberries fresh or frozen

Instructions
 

  • Toss 1 cup of blackberries into a saucepan.
  • Toss 1 cup of water into a saucepan.
  • Toss 1 cup of sugar into a saucepan.
  • Heat the mixture on the stovetop on medium heat.
  • Simmer it for 10 minutes while stirring regularly. You can use the masher to really press the juice out of the blackberries.
  • Pour the mixture through a strainer to remove seeds and any large blackberry pieces out of the syrup.
  • Store it in a jar with a lid in the fridge for 1 - 2 hours so it can cool off before using it.

Notes

Tips
  • Use a masher while heating the mixture in order to press all the blackberry juice out.
  • Simmer the mixture while heating without fully boiling it so that it doesn't scorch.
  • Use a fine strainer to keep any seeds or other pieces from getting into the syrup.
Storage
  • You can freeze this syrup, preferably in ice cube trays if you need to keep it for a longer time.
  • Store the syrup for 2 - 4 weeks in a jar with a lid or other airtight container.
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Nutrition information provided is just an estimate and may vary based on specific ingredients used.