How to make a strawberry reduction

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with fewer calories.

fresh strawberries

🥗Healthier: frozen strawberries

💰Cheaper: canned strawberries

Frozen strawberries are often more affordable and retain flavor.

Defrost strawberries and place them in a pan.

Blend the strawberries for a smooth reduction.

Bring the strawberries to a simmer.

Add sugar, lemon extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt to the pan.

Reduce the mixture by half, monitoring the consistency.

Cook on low heat for about 20 minutes to avoid burning.

Check the consistency; it should be like tomato sauce and a deep red color.

Use the reduction for cakes, buttercreams, or fillings.

Store in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for six months or more.

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