Description
Watermelon Honey is a luscious, natural sweet syrup made from fresh watermelon, simmered down with lemon juice and optional sweeteners to create a thick, rich condiment. Perfect for drizzling over yogurt, pancakes, ice cream, or toast, this versatile watermelon syrup also makes a delightful addition to teas and cocktails. This vegan and gluten-free recipe highlights the seasonal freshness of watermelon, concentrating its sweet, summery flavors into a unique homemade fruit molasses.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh watermelon, cubed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Optional: 1 tablespoon sugar or honey (for added sweetness if needed)
Instructions
- Blend Watermelon: Place the fresh watermelon cubes in a blender and blend until completely smooth to release all the juice and flavor.
- Strain Juice: Pour the blended watermelon through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a saucepan to remove pulp and seeds, leaving a clear juice for simmering.
- Add Ingredients and Simmer: Stir in the lemon juice and, if desired, sugar or honey to the watermelon juice. Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce to Syrup: Simmer gently for 45 to 60 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Continue until the liquid thickens to a syrup-like consistency that coats the back of a spoon.
- Cool and Store: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the syrup to cool completely, during which it will thicken further. Transfer the watermelon honey to a clean jar and refrigerate for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Watermelon honey is also known as watermelon molasses and adds a flavorful sweetness to various dishes.
- Use it as a drizzle over yogurt, pancakes, ice cream, or toast for a refreshing twist.
- It works wonderfully to sweeten teas or enhance cocktails.
- Store the syrup in an airtight jar in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
