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Elderberry Syrup for Natural Immunity Support
A simmered syrup of dried elderberries, ginger, and cinnamon, sweetened with honey for a daily tonic.
Servings
8 tablespoons
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Simmering the elderberries draws out their deep purple color and flavor, and straining leaves you with a thick, spoonable syrup you can keep in the fridge for weeks.
Elderberry syrup is a long-standing home remedy often taken during colder months, which is why this recipe is tagged for immune support — many people take a spoonful daily as part of that routine. Ginger and cinnamon add warmth, and honey, stirred in once the syrup has cooled slightly, sweetens and helps preserve it.
Store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator and take by the spoonful as part of your regular routine.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup dried elderberries
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup honey — adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger — grated
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- 1Combine elderberries, water, grated ginger, and cinnamon in a saucepan.
- 2Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- 3Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- 4Strain the mixture into a glass jar, discarding solids.
- 5Stir in honey while the syrup is warm.
- 6Store in the refrigerator and take 1 tablespoon daily for immune support.
Nutrition
82
Calories
21g
Carbs
2g
Fiber