Description
Experience the refreshing taste of summer all year round with this delightful Strawberry Lemonade Concentrate for Canning. This easy, beginner-friendly recipe combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the tangy zest of lemons, creating a vibrant concentrate that’s perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a cozy afternoon at home. Enjoy it mixed with sparkling water or served over ice for a delicious thirst-quencher. With proper canning techniques, you can savor this seasonal flavor whenever you please!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh strawberries (cleaned and tops removed)
- 4 cups lemon juice (bottled or fresh)
- 6 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare your water bath canner with simmering water and gather pint jars, lids, and bands.
- Puree the cleaned strawberries in a food processor until smooth and transfer to a large stainless steel saucepan.
- Add lemon juice and sugar to the strawberry puree; stir well and heat gently until it reaches 190-200 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Fill hot pint jars with the mixture, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Secure lids and bands.
- Process in boiling water for 15 minutes, then let jars cool undisturbed for 12-24 hours to seal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 54
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use ripe strawberries to enhance flavor. Fresh lemon juice is preferred for optimal taste. Ensure proper headspace in jars to avoid spoilage.