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Homemade Elderberry Syrup Recipe for Back-to-School Immune Support

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A quick and easy homemade elderberry syrup recipe that uses simple ingredients like dried elderberries, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and raw honey to create a delicious immune-supporting syrup perfect for back-to-school season.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (150 grams) dried elderberries
  • 4 cups (950 ml) filtered water
  • 1 large thumb-sized piece fresh ginger root (about 2 inches, sliced into coins)
  • 2 whole cinnamon sticks (or 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon)
  • 1 teaspoon whole cloves (about 5–6 cloves)
  • 1 cup (340 grams) raw honey

Instructions

  1. Combine the berries and water: Place 1 cup of dried elderberries in a medium to large saucepan and pour in 4 cups of filtered water. Stir briefly.
  2. Add the spices: Add sliced ginger, 2 cinnamon sticks, and 1 teaspoon of whole cloves to the saucepan.
  3. Bring to a boil, then simmer: Heat on high until the mixture reaches a gentle boil (about 5-7 minutes). Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. The liquid will reduce by about half and turn a deep purple color.
  4. Check the consistency: After 30 minutes, the liquid should have reduced by about half to roughly 2 cups. If too watery, simmer another 10 minutes. Avoid overcooking to prevent turning into jelly.
  5. Strain the mixture: Place a fine-mesh strainer over a large bowl or heat-safe measuring cup. Pour the hot liquid through the strainer, pressing on the berries and spices with a spoon to extract all liquid. You should get about 1.5 to 2 cups of liquid.
  6. Let it cool slightly: Allow the strained liquid to cool for about 10 minutes until warm but not hot (110-120°F or 45-50°C).
  7. Stir in the honey: Add 1 cup of raw honey to the warm liquid and stir gently until fully dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
  8. Bottle it up: Using a funnel, pour the syrup into a clean glass jar. Seal tightly and let cool completely on the counter before refrigerating.
  9. Label and date it: Write the date on a piece of masking tape and stick it on the jar. Store in the refrigerator for 2-3 months.

Notes

Don’t boil the honey as it destroys beneficial enzymes. Use whole spices for a clearer syrup. Strain while hot to avoid a sticky mess. Leftover strained berries can be dried and added to smoothies or oatmeal. The syrup thickens slightly as it cools. For children under 1 year, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.

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