Traditional Sweet Violet Syrup
Delight in the enchanting floral essence of spring with this Traditional Sweet Violet Syrup, a timeless recipe that transforms delicate sweet violet flowers into a vibrant, aromatic syrup. Made with just four simple ingredients—fresh violet flowers, water, sugar, and a touch of lemon juice—this recipe captures the natural beauty and subtle fragrance of violets in every drop. The slow 24-hour steeping process ensures the syrup is infused with maximum color and flavor, while the addition of lemon juice enhances its hue to a stunning violet shade. Perfect for adding a touch of elegance to teas, lemonades, cocktails, or even drizzling over pancakes and desserts, this homemade syrup is an exquisite way to celebrate nature's seasonal bounty. Easy to prepare and irresistibly versatile, this sweet violet syrup is a must-try for anyone who loves floral flavors and artisanal touches in their kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh sweet violet flowers
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Begin by carefully collecting sweet violet flowers, ensuring they are free from dirt, insects, and pesticides. Rinse the flowers gently in cold water to remove any impurities.
Place the violet flowers in a heat-proof bowl or jar, and pour 1 cup of boiling water over them. Stir gently to submerge all the flowers.
Cover the bowl or jar and let the violets steep at room temperature for 24 hours to extract their color and flavor.
After 24 hours, strain the liquid through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a small saucepan, discarding the flowers.
Add 1 cup of granulated sugar to the saucepan with the violet-infused water and stir to combine.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely. Avoid boiling the syrup to preserve the delicate floral flavor.
Once the sugar is fully dissolved, add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. This will enhance the color of the syrup, turning it a beautiful violet shade.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the syrup to cool completely, then transfer it to a sterilized glass bottle or jar for storage.
Store the violet syrup in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. Use it to flavor teas, lemonades, cocktails, or drizzle over pancakes and desserts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 27 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 256.8 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 200.1 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 5 mg | 0% | |
*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.
