5-minute Simple Berry Syrup

Are you looking for a quick fruit syrup to add to the breakfast table OR a beautiful yummy sauce for ice cream or a fancy dessert?  I have the perfect {FAST} recipe for you.  This 5-minute Simple Berry Syrup adds beautiful color, delicious flavor and a touch of sweetness. Add it to breakfast or dessert for a sweet berry twist.  Not only does it taste great but it’s so quick, from start to finish! I love adding fresh and whole fruits, especially berries, to breakfast and dessert because it has a natural way of making things feel lighter, more healthy.  On mornings when I want to add a lighter sweetness to my breakfast, I turn to this simple berry syrup recipe.  It’s sweet but not as sugary as a traditional jam or marmalade and still packs a delicious fresh fruit flavor.  It’s a syrup but also has bits of fruit in it, which I love.  And the best part, you’ll have it made in about 5 minutes.  Love that!  This syrup is great with breakfast but also can add a nice berry touch to a scoop of ice cream, slice of cheesecake or other yummy desserts.  It will only take 5-minutes and 3 ingredients (if you count the water 😉 ). Here’s how you’ll start.  Pick your preferred berry: strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, blackberry or even mixed berries would be fantastic.  I love making simple strawberry because my family loves strawberries AND we always have a couple quart size bags of whole frozen strawberries in our freezer on any given day.  In a sauce pan add the berries (fresh or frozen-thawed), water and sugar.  If using fresh berries, it might take a bit longer because the berry will need to cook down a bit.  When frozen berries thaw, they berry becomes very soft.  If using fresh frozen berries, this syrup come together extremely fast (5-minutes or so). Next, mash berries with a fork or potato masher. This helps break down the fruit and spread the flavor. Lastly, over medium high heat, bring to boil and cook 3-5 minutes until the mixture begins to thicken and the sugar has dissolved. You have your very own berry syrup, ready for a tall stack of flapjacks or a scoop of ice cream. This syrup is perfect for pancakes, waffles or french toast–especially if its on a piece of this yummy French Toast Bake. YUMMMM!!! If you happen to have any left (I could drink it straight from the jar), store it in a jar or airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. What do you top with your pancakes, waffles or french toast?