Fruits in Syrup
Transform your favorite fruits into a luscious, sweet treat with this simple yet elegant Fruits in Syrup recipe. Perfect for preserving the vibrant flavors of mixed fresh fruits—like berries, peaches, or mangoes—this dish combines a silky homemade syrup infused with zesty lemon juice, aromatic vanilla, and optional warm spices such as cinnamon or star anise. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick simmer, the fruits soften to perfection, retaining their natural juiciness without becoming mushy. Serve this versatile dessert chilled as a refreshing snack, or use it as a topping for cakes, waffles, or creamy yogurt to elevate your meals with a touch of sophistication. Quick, customizable, and utterly delicious, this recipe is destined to become a favorite way to enjoy seasonal fruits all year round.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 500 milliliters Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 500 grams Mixed fresh fruits (e.g., berries, peaches, apples, pears, mangoes)
- 1 piece Optional spices (e.g., cinnamon stick, star anise, or cloves)
Instructions
Wash and prepare the fruits by peeling, coring, and cutting them into bite-sized pieces if necessary.
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved completely.
Add the lemon juice and vanilla extract to the syrup. If using spices, add them at this stage.
Bring the syrup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Carefully add the prepared fruits to the syrup. Simmer for 3–5 minutes, depending on the firmness of the fruits, until they are slightly softened but not mushy.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the fruits cool in the syrup to room temperature. The flavors will meld as the mixture cools.
Transfer the fruits and syrup to a clean, airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to fully develop.
Serve on its own or as a topping for desserts like cakes, waffles, or yogurt. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 22 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 262.1 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 247.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 698 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
