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Macerated Strawberries (Recipe and Ways to Use Them)

Try these delicious juicy macerated strawberries made with only 3 ingredients. Enjoy them all on their own or use as a topping for desserts, cocktails and more!
Prep Time5 minutes
Maceration Time (optional)15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4
Calories: 143kcal
Author: Svi

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb fresh strawberries , 700 grams
  • ⅓ cup sugar , 70 grams - can go up to ½ cup (110 g) for extra sweetness
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 1-2 fresh mint sprigs (optional)

Instructions

Make Strawberry Puree

  • Wash and pat dry strawberries with a paper towel. Cut in halves or quarters.
    1.5 lb fresh strawberries
  • Mix strawberries with sugar and lemon juice.
    ¼ cup lemon juice, ⅓ cup sugar
  • Add fresh mint leaves slightly rubbed between your fingers (optional).
    Give everything a nice stir and let the mix macerate for 15-30 minutes before serving.
    1-2 fresh mint sprigs

Nutrition

Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 294mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 14IU | Vitamin C: 71mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg