Elderberry Syrup with Low Carb Option
A naturally sweetened Elderberry Syrup to use as an immune boosting supplement. NOTE: children under 12 months of age should not consume raw honey.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups filtered water
- 2/3 cup dried black elderberries
- 1 teaspoon dried cinnamon
- 1-2 teaspoons fresh ginger, peeled and grated (or 1/2 teaspoon dried ginger)
- 1 cup raw honey or Lankanto Granulated Monk Fruit sweetener for a low carb option (note: children under 12 months old should not consume raw honey)
Instructions
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Place water, elderberries, cinnamon and ginger in a pot and bring to a boil. Lower to a simmer and place a lid on the pot so that it leaves a little crack for steam to escape
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Simmer for 45 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Turn off heat and allow to cool until just warm.
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Pour syrup through strainer into a glass bowl, discard remaining elderberries. Add honey or monk fruit sweetener and stir well
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Store in the fridge in a sealed container for up to three months. Mason jars work great.
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For prevention: adults take a tablespoon a day. Children take 1 teaspoon a day
If you have symptoms of cold or flu: adults take up to 2 tablespoons a day. Children take up to 2 teaspoons a day