Fresh Lemon Simple Syrup Recipe
An easy infusion of lemon juice, zest, sugar, and water that will give your bakes or drinks a rich lemon flavor and pop of sweetness!
Equipment
- 1 Medium saucepan
- 1 glass bottle or jar
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1-2 lemons zested and juiced
- Up to 1 cup of water
Instructions
- Measure out the lemon juice and add water until you have 1 cup of liquid.1-2 lemons, Up to 1 cup of water
- Add to a small saucepan with the sugar and lemon zest.1 cup sugar
- Heat over medium low heat and stir occasionally. Remove from heat once the sugar crystals dissolve.
- Strain out the zest, bottle, and keep in the fridge for up to 1 week.