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Macerated Strawberries Recipe

Megan
Macerated strawberries are fresh strawberries and sugar mixed together, left to rest, soften and release juices to create a sweet syrupy topping thats perfect for topping for any breakfast or dessert dish. Learn how to macerate strawberries in a couple of easy steps.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Macerating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • 1 knife
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 large spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound (454 g) fresh strawberries
  • 4 - 6 tablespoon (50 - 75 g) granulated sugar

Instructions
 

  • Wash and dry the fresh strawberries. Hull or de-stem the strawberries. Slice or chop the strawberries into your desired shape and size. If you would like very soft strawberries, gently mash the sliced berries. 
    1 pound (454 g) fresh strawberries
  • Place the prepared strawberries into a large mixing bowl. Top the strawberries with sugar and any other flavor additions such as fresh herbs, extracts, liquor or citrus juice. 
    Gently mix the berries and sugar together. Ensure that all the berries are fulled coated in sugar. 
    4 - 6 tablespoon (50 - 75 g) granulated sugar
  • Allow the sugar and strawberries to macerate together at room temperature for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours. 
    Strawberries can also rest in the fridge, but will take a bit longer to soften and for the juices to release. Gently stir the berries and sugar together every 15 - 30 minutes to encourage the juices to release.
  • When it’s time to serve, transfer the soften sugar strawberries to a serving dish or top your favorite dessert with the syrupy strawberry topping.

Notes

Store: Keep the macerated berries in an airtight container for up to 2 days.  For longer storage transfer the berries to the freezer. 
Flavor Variations: Add herbs, citrus, liquor or alternative sugars for flavor variations. Herbs such as basil, rosemary or mint can be added to the strawberries and sugar for a fresh, earthy flavor. Add 1 - 2 tablespoons of lemon or lime juice for fresh tart flavor. Balsamic vinegar, rose water, vanilla extract or liquors such as bourbon, brandy or amaretto for bold and unique flavor.
Frozen Strawberries: Fresh strawberries are the best for macerating, but frozen strawberries can be used. The frozen strawberries must be thawed overnight and drained of the excess liquid before mixing with the sugar.
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