Traditional Sweet Violet Syrup Recipe

Transform your spring garden into a culinary delight with this easy-to-make sweet violet syrup! Bursting with delicate floral notes, this recipe uses fresh violets to create a magical syrup perfect for elevating cakes, beverages, and desserts. Imagine the elegance of violet-infused sparkling wine or the delightful sweetness in your homemade macarons. This recipe is a beautiful gift idea for any foodie friend. Learn how to make this exquisite syrup and unlock endless possibilities for your baking and culinary creations!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 1455 mins
Calories 32.5 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Traditional Sweet Violet Syrup

  • 6 handfuls (approximately 3 ounces) of fresh sweet violets
  • 1 cup (240ml) boiling water
  • White Sugar

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How to Make Traditional Sweet Violet Syrup

  1. Sterilize a bottle for storage.
  2. Gently remove all green stems and leaves from six handfuls (approximately 3 ounces) of sweet violets. Place the blossoms in a non-reactive saucepan or the top of a double boiler.
  3. Pour 1 cup (240ml) of boiling water over the violets. Cover and let steep overnight (or for at least 24 hours) to extract the delicate violet flavor.
  4. The next day, add 1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar to the violet and water mixture.
  5. If using a double boiler, bring the water in the bottom pan to a gentle boil. Stir the violet mixture continuously until the sugar dissolves completely. If not using a double boiler, place the saucepan over a larger pan with about an inch of simmering water to create a makeshift bain-marie.
  6. Maintain a gentle, rolling boil, stirring frequently.
  7. Remove from heat once the sugar is fully dissolved and the syrup is clear.
  8. Carefully strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into your sterilized bottle.
  9. Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 months. Use 1 teaspoon per recipe, adding to cakes, scones, pancakes, icings, buttercream, ice cream, biscuits, beverages, cream puddings, and more!
  10. Add a beautiful label with serving suggestions to make it a perfect gift!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g

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