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pineapple fruit syrup

Pineapple Fruit Syrup Recipe

A vibrant, tropical homemade syrup made with just 3 ingredients that captures the essence of fresh pineapple. Ready in 30 minutes and costs a fraction of store-bought versions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1.5 cups
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium ripe pineapple about 3-4 cups chopped, fragrant at base with slight give when pressed
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice adds brightness and helps preserve color
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 vanilla bean split lengthwise, adds depth and warmth
  • 1 inch piece fresh ginger sliced, creates spicy-sweet variation
  • 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary adds herbaceous note
  • 1 cinnamon stick provides warm spice notes

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker or mason jar
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Prepare the pineapple by chopping into chunks, removing core and skin.
  1. Combine pineapple chunks, granulated sugar, and water in a saucepan.
  1. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until pineapple is soft and liquid is syrupy.
  1. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing gently to extract all liquid from the fruit.
  1. Stir in fresh lemon juice and any optional add-ins if desired.
  1. Cool completely before transferring to storage bottles.