Elderberry Syrup

Elderberry Syrup

Elderberry syrup is delicious when drizzled over anything you would put syrup on, like waffles, pancakes, or ice cream. It’s also good for treating colds and the flu when taken in 1-tablespoon doses. Store in a lidded jar in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 months.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 45 mins
Yield:
3 cups
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 1 cup fresh elderberries
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 3 whole cloves
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
  • 1 cup honey

Directions

Step 1
Combine water, elderberries, ginger, cinnamon stick, and cloves in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.

Step 2
Mash berries with a potato mixture to release juices. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve, retaining juice and discarding pulp, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Let cool for 30 minutes.

Step 3
Stir in honey until thoroughly combined.

Tips

You can substitute simple syrup or agave nectar for the honey.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

190
Calories
51g
Carbs
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 190
% Daily Value *
Sodium7mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate51g 19%
Dietary Fiber2g 6%
Vitamin C9mg 45%
Calcium16mg 1%
Iron1mg 3%
Potassium100mg 2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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