Cranberry Simple Syrup

Cranberry syrup in a small bottle with a sparkling cranberry beverage.

Course: Drinks

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Servings: Tbsp

Calories: 38kcal

Author: Deanna

Vibrant simple syrup bursting with the flavor of tart cranberries. Use this to make holiday cocktails or mocktails, or add to desserts or ice cream.

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Equipment

Fine mesh strainer

Ingredients

1 1/4 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup whole cranberries fresh or frozen

Instructions

Place the water, sugar, and cranberries in a medium saucepan.
Cook on high, gently stirring to dissolve the sugar, until it reaches a roiling boil. You should notice some of the cranberries beginning to split.
Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes. Stir while gently pressing the cranberries against the side of the pot to squish them and release their juices.
When you can no longer see whole berries, remove the pot from the heat and strain through a fine mesh strainer into a heat-safe bowl or jar to separate the syrup from the pulp.
Refrigerate the syrup until ready to use.
You can save the pulp! Move it to a small bowl and refrigerate for a yummy cranberry jelly or spread.

Notes

It is important that you do not overcook the berries, or you will end up with cranberry sauce instead of syrup. Cook only until all the berries are popped and soft, then immediately strain the syrup.

Don't toss the pulp! Move it to a small bowl and refrigerate. It will thicken and can be eaten with a spoon or used as a tasty spread for toast or pancakes.

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