Pineapple Simple Syrup (with Fresh or Frozen Pineapple)
This pineapple simple syrup is the perfect way to enjoy the fresh flavor of pineapples on anything you can imagine! It packs the juicy sweet and tropical flavor of ripe pineapple into a liquid syrup that adds a pineapple punch to all of your favorite drinks!
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Equipment
- 1 1.5-quart saucepan non-reactive, like stainless steel or enameled cast iron
- 1 fine mesh strainer non-reactive, stainless steel
- 1 2-cup glass measuring cup for straining
- 1 kitchen scale optional
- 1 chefs knife
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 500 g pineapple about 1/2 of a whole pineapple, or 3 1/2 cups
- 200 g sugar granulated, 1 cup
- 237 g water filtered, 1 cup
- 1 TBSP lemon juice optional, but helps the flavor POP!
Instructions
- Combine sugar and water over medium-low heat. Add sugar and water in a 1.5-quart saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat until sugar is completely dissolved.200 g sugar, 237 g water
- Prep pineapple. While the sugar is dissolving, cut top and skin off the pineapple, then cut it in half. Cut 1/2 of the pineapple into 1-inch chunks, including the core.500 g pineapple
- Add pineapple to syrup base. Add in the pineapple chunks to the sugar-water mix and infuse the fruit into the syrup over medium-low heat for 20-30 minutes. Don't let the heat get too high or let the syrup boil, a low simmer is okay!
- Cool. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 15-20 minutes.
- Strain. Strain the mix using a stainless steel mesh strainer. Discard the solids (or use them in a smoothie, or blend them into a sauce for desserts).
- Store. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks, or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
ℹ️ troubleshooting tips
- use the core - this recipe can be made using the entire core of the pineapple! That means you can save more juicy pineapple for snacking!
- lemon juice - lemon juice helps enhance the flavor of the pineapple in this syrup. Be careful to only use a small amount, no more than 1 TBSP, or it can add too much lemon flavor.
- choose a ripe pineapple - make sure to select a ripe pineapple. Pineapples don’t ripen much after being harvested, contrary to popular belief. The more yellow a pineapple is, the riper it is, so avoid greener fruit if you can. Check my tips in the blog post for picking the perfect pineapple!
- quick cooling - if you need to rapidly cool your syrup for immediate use, you can set the container in an ice bath to bring the temperature down quickly!
♻️ customize your pineapple syrup
- sweetener - if you only have light brown sugar, dark brown sugar, or a natural less-processed sugar, you can still make this recipe! Your finished syrup will have a more caramelized flavor. You can also use agave or honey if you only have that on hand. Just be mindful that the flavor of the syrup will change slightly. As a general rule, use 1/8 cup less honey than sugar, and 1/4 cup less agave than sugar.
- minty - add in a handful of fresh mint leaves to make the perfect syrup for pineapple mojitos!
- ginger - the spicy flavor of ginger partners beautifully with pineapple. Adding in a bit of fresh grated ginger or a bit of powdered ginger will turn this into a totally new syrup!
- spicy - pineapples and peppers pair well together! Try adding in some jalapeño pepper or habanero pepper if you want a little kick to your pineapple syrup!
Nutrition
Calories: 64kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.004gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.004gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 35mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.1mg
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