This easy-to-make recipe will teach you how to create a flavorful strawberry soda syrup that can be used to make delicious and refreshing beverages. Perfect for hot summer days or as a special treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- In a saucepan, combine the strawberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the strawberries have softened and the liquid has thickened.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any solids.
- Transfer the syrup to a clean glass jar and let it cool to room temperature before using.
- To make strawberry soda, simply mix 1-2 tablespoons of syrup with chilled soda water in a glass filled with ice. Stir well and enjoy!
