Description
Rose Simple Syrup is a beautifully fragrant syrup made with fresh or dried rose petals, sugar, and water. This floral syrup can be used to sweeten and flavor drinks, desserts, or as a drizzle for cakes and pastries. It adds a luxurious, fragrant touch to any recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh rose petals (or 1/4 cup dried rose petals)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for added brightness)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar completely dissolves.
- Once the sugar has dissolved, add the rose petals to the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-10 minutes, allowing the rose petals to infuse the syrup with their flavor and color.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the syrup steep for an additional 15 minutes to intensify the rose flavor.
- If desired, add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to the syrup to balance the sweetness with a touch of acidity.
- Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the rose petals, and transfer the syrup to a clean jar or bottle.
- Let the syrup cool before using. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 weeks.
Notes
- You can adjust the intensity of the rose flavor by letting the petals steep for a longer or shorter time, depending on your preference.
- If you prefer a stronger rose flavor, try adding more rose petals or using dried rose buds.
- This syrup can be used to flavor lemonade, iced tea, cocktails, or drizzled over desserts like cakes or ice cream.
- For a deeper color, you can use red or pink rose petals, which will give the syrup a beautiful hue.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Syrup, Beverage
- Method: Simmering, Straining
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg