Description
Elderberry Syrup DIY recipe to boost immunity during the cold season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried elderberries
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup sweetener (sugar, honey, or maple syrup to taste)
- 1–2 inches fresh ginger, sliced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Optional citrus zest (orange or lemon)
- Optional pinch of ground cloves or a star anise
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the elderberries, water, ginger, cinnamon stick, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Simmer gently for 45-60 minutes, uncovered, stirring occasionally.
- Carefully strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean jar or measuring cup.
- Return the strained liquid to the pot. Add your chosen sweetener and the lemon juice. Bring to a gentle simmer and stir until the sweetener dissolves completely.
- Simmer for 8-12 minutes more, or until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Let cool to room temperature, then transfer to a clean bottle or jar. Refrigerate.
Notes
- Properly stored, Elderberry Syrup stays vibrant for up to 3-4 weeks in the fridge.
- It can be frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Health
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Elderberry Syrup, Immunity Boost, Cold Season, DIY Recipe