Paleo Basil Syrup
Elevate your naturally sweet creations with this refreshing Paleo Basil Syrup, a delightful twist on classic simple syrup that’s free from refined sugar and brimming with herbal notes. Made with fresh basil leaves, vibrant lemon zest, and nutrient-rich honey, this quick and easy recipe offers a perfectly balanced flavor that's both fragrant and slightly citrusy. Ideal for adding a paleo-friendly touch to beverages, desserts, or breakfast favorites, this syrup comes together effortlessly in just 20 minutes. Whether you're looking to sweeten cocktails or drizzle over grain-free pancakes, this versatile syrup is a flavor-packed staple you'll want to keep handy in your refrigerator!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Rinse the basil leaves thoroughly under cold water and gently pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
In a small saucepan, combine the honey and water over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture is warm and the honey is fully dissolved, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the basil leaves and lemon zest to the honey-water mixture. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture gently simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to steep with the basil leaves for an additional 15 minutes, enhancing the flavor.
After steeping, strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar or bottle, pressing down on the basil leaves with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
Allow the syrup to cool completely before sealing the jar or bottle with a lid. Store the syrup in the refrigerator, where it can be kept for up to two weeks.
Use the Paleo Basil Syrup to sweeten lemonades, cocktails, or as a drizzle over paleo pancakes and desserts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
372 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.6 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 97.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 133 mg | 3% | |
*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.
