Grandma's Chokecherry Syrup Recipe

Indulge in the taste of tradition with Grandma's Chokecherry Syrup! This easy-to-make recipe, a family reunion favorite, creates a luscious syrup perfect for drizzling over sourdough pancakes or enjoying with waffles, ice cream, or even as a unique cocktail mixer. The rich, tart-sweet flavor of chokecherries shines through in this simple recipe, taking only minutes to prepare. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 843.6 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Grandma's Chokecherry Syrup

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How to Make Grandma's Chokecherry Syrup

  1. Combine 4 cups chokecherries, 2 cups sugar, 1 cup water, and 1/4 cup lemon juice in a medium saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the chokecherries have softened and released their juices. Gently mash the berries with a potato masher or spoon for a thicker syrup.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly (about 10 minutes).
  5. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth-lined strainer into a bowl, pressing on the solids to extract as much syrup as possible.
  6. Pour the strained syrup into sterilized jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of headspace.
  7. Seal the jars tightly with lids and rings.
  8. Process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes to ensure safe storage (optional, but recommended for long-term shelf stability).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

799g

Fat

0g

Carbs

73g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Grandma's Chokecherry Syrup?

Grandma's Chokecherry Syrup takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Grandma's Chokecherry Syrup?

Grandma's Chokecherry Syrup has approximately 843.6 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 73 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Grandma's Chokecherry Syrup?

The key ingredients for Grandma's Chokecherry Syrup are Chokecherry Juice, Sugar, Pectin. See the full list with measurements above.

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