Description
Capture the essence of summer with this delightful Strawberry Lemonade Concentrate for Canning. This easy-to-make recipe combines fresh strawberries and tangy lemon juice, allowing you to enjoy a refreshing drink any time of year. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or cozy nights at home, this concentrate is versatile enough to use in desserts or as a flavorful mixer. With a shelf life of up to two years when properly canned, you can relish the taste of summer even in the coldest months. Homemade strawberry lemonade concentrate also makes a thoughtful gift, bringing joy to friends and family.
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh strawberries (cleaned, tops removed)
- 4 cups lemon juice (fresh or bottled)
- 6 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare your water bath canner; fill it with water and bring it to a boil.
- Puree strawberries in a food processor until smooth and transfer to a large saucepan.
- Add lemon juice and sugar to the strawberry puree, stirring well. Heat gently until the mixture reaches 190-200°F.
- Fill hot pint jars with the concentrate, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Seal with lids.
- Process jars in boiling water for 15 minutes. Allow sealed jars to cool completely before storing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose ripe strawberries for maximum flavor. Adjust lemon juice for desired tartness while maintaining acidity for preservation. Skim any foam from the surface while heating for better clarity.