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Rhubarb Simple Syrup

Brighten up your drinks, desserts, and breakfast with this easy Rhubarb Simple Syrup! 🍓✨ Made with just a few fresh ingredients, it’s perfect for drizzling over pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or stirring into cocktails and mocktails. Sweet, tangy, and versatile — a must-try for spring and summer recipes!
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Course: beverage, Breakfast, Condiment
Keyword: rhubarb simple syrup
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cooling: 20 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 96kcal
Author: Karen

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 cups chopped fresh or frozen rhubarb
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine rhubarb, sugar, and water.
  • Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rhubarb breaks down completely.
  • Stir in lemon juice, if using.
  • Remove from heat and let cool for about 20 minutes.
  • Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a clean jar or bowl, pressing down gently to extract the liquid (don’t force solids through).
  • Discard or save the pulp for smoothies or oatmeal.
  • Store syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

  • Sweetness Adjustment: Taste your syrup before straining. If your rhubarb is very tart, you can add a little more sugar while simmering. For a tangier syrup, use slightly less.
  • Storage Tips: Keep syrup in a sealed jar or bottle in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Freeze extra syrup in ice cube trays for up to 3 months, then transfer the cubes to a freezer-safe container.
  • Leftover Pulp: Don’t throw it away! Use rhubarb pulp in smoothies, oatmeal, muffins, or quick breads for added flavor and fiber.
  • Serving Ideas: Use the syrup on pancakes, waffles, yogurt, ice cream, cocktails, mocktails, or sparkling water for a bright, fruity boost.
  • Optional Flavor Boosts: Add a cinnamon stick, fresh ginger slice, or a splash of your favorite extract while simmering to create a unique twist on the syrup.

Nutrition

Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 0.003g | Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 1mg | Fiber: 0.001g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 0.04IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.01mg
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