This syrup is a special find for weekdays and holidays. You can pour it over porridge, pancakes, pancakes, ice cream, and sweet desserts. Preparing raspberry syrup for the winter does not take much time, effort and does not require special knowledge, and the end result is an amazing addition to main dishes. By the way, if there is no tasty compote, and the child really wants to drink, you just need to dilute it in the required amount of water, and a delicious fortified drink is ready.
Features of preparing raspberry syrup
Over time, many housewives experimented, trying to get a new unusual product, and accordingly, some features of preparing the aromatic delicacy were developed:
- the amount of sugar may vary depending on the taste, ripeness of the berries, and family taste preferences;
- if desired, you can add a little cinnamon, cloves or star anise;
- the preparation of two- or multi-component syrup (with the addition of red or black currants) is not excluded;
- You can add a sprig of mint to the syrup during the cooking process; the finished dish takes on a new characteristic mint aroma.
Recipe Ingredients Required
To prepare the syrup for this recipe you will not need many ingredients:
- raspberries – 500 grams;
- water – 150 milliliters;
- sugar – 500 grams.
Selection and preparation of berries
It is worth remembering that raspberries are a perishable product. The berry can be stored in the refrigerator for no more than 2 days. To obtain a tasty, high-quality syrup, you need to choose and prepare the berries correctly:
- they must be fresh, without signs of spoilage, rot, or mold;
- the berries must be completely ripe, then they will give more juice;
- If necessary, remove twigs, leaves, and stalks from the berries.
Preparation of containers
An important stage of preparation is preparing the container in which the sweet delicacy will be stored. If it is not sterilized and dry, its contents will spoil and ferment.
To sterilize jars with lids, use any of the proposed methods:
- boil: to do this, place the dishes in warm water, bring to a boil, boil for 2-4 minutes;
- fry in the oven: to do this, place the containers in the oven, set to 160-170 o, after reaching the specified temperature, hold for 2-4 minutes;
- microwave for 2-4 minutes at full power;
- hold it over the steam: for this there are special attachments for the pan. If there is none, you can wrap the jar in a towel, so as not to get burned, and hold it for 2-4 minutes over the neck of a boiling kettle.
Important! Containers and lids must be dry before dispensing the finished product.
How to prepare raspberry syrup for the winter?
Making syrup is not difficult. By following step by step, even an inexperienced housewife can get a tasty treat. Children will especially like it; it can be added to tea - tasty and healthy!
Sequencing:
- Pour the sorted and washed berries into a saucepan, pour in the specified amount of water, and mash slightly. Heat without bringing to a boil, let stand for a quarter of an hour. The berry will release juice.
- Place a fine metal sieve or colander lined with gauze cloth on the pan and add the raspberry mixture. Wipe. The resulting cake can be used to prepare compote or jelly.
- Add sugar and cook for about 5-7 minutes. Remove any foam that appears.
- Pour into sterilized containers and seal tightly.
How to properly store workpieces?
It is recommended to store containers with syrup in the cold and dark for 1 to 2 years. If jars of syrup are kept indoors, the shelf life is reduced to one year. The opened jar must be placed in the refrigerator.
