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Watermelon Syrup

A refreshing and sweet syrup made from ripe watermelon, perfect for drizzling over desserts or mixing into beverages.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, syrup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Watermelon Syrup Base
  • 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed Use ripe watermelon for best flavor.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Adds brightness to the syrup.

Method
 

Making the Syrup
  1. Blend the cubed watermelon in a blender until smooth.
  2. Strain the watermelon puree through a fine mesh strainer into a saucepan to remove pulp.
  3. Add the sugar and lemon juice to the watermelon juice in the saucepan.
  4. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool before transferring to a bottle or jar for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 31gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 30gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Great for pancakes, ice cream, or cocktails.

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