Lemon Simple Syrup

5 from 2 votes

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 20

Serving Size: 12 ounces

Author Puja Verma

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DESCRIPTION

This lemon simple syrup is super easy to make with just 3 basic ingredients in your home kitchen. The deep citrusy flavor in this simple syrup comes from fresh lemon juice and zest. It's bold, tangy, and refreshingly zesty. Use it in your drinks, drizzle it over your pancakes, or add a citrusy twist to baked goods.

INGREDIENTS

▢ 1 ½ cup sugar
▢ ½ cup water
▢ 3 tablespoon lemon zest
▢ ½ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed

METHOD

Grate the zest from the lemons using a zester or a box grater, and squeeze out the fresh juice from lemons using a lemon squeezer.
Note: Only remove the colored part of the lemons (not the pith). The pith will have a bitter taste.
In a small saucepan, combine lemon zest, water, and sugar on medium heat. Once it starts to bubble, then reduce heat to a low simmer for 15 - 20 minutes. Continue stirring till the sugar is completely dissolved.
Remove from heat and then stir in the lemon juice. Set aside to let it cool down to room temperature.
Then pour syrup into a mason jar through a fine mesh strainer to drain the liquid and remove the zest.
Store lemon simple syrup in an air-tight glass jar. Refrigerate and use as needed.

NOTES

Roll the Lemons: For maximum juice extraction, roll the lemons on the countertop with firm pressure before zesting and cutting them. This helps break down the membranes inside, making it easier to squeeze out every last drop of juice.

Zest First, Juice Later: Always zest your lemons before juicing. It’s much easier to work with a whole lemon than one that’s already been squeezed.

Strain it Well: Use a fine mesh strainer to remove all the zest bits for a smooth, clear lemon simple syrup.

NUTRITION

Course: Condiments

Cuisine: All, American

Keyword: lemon simple syrup, lemon syrup

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