Sweet Lemon Preserve (Lemon Syrup Jars)
These Sweet Lemon Preserves are easy, bright, and incredibly versatile. Thinly sliced lemons are layered with sugar and stored in jars to create a naturally sweet and tangy lemon syrup that’s perfect for teas, desserts, cocktails, and more.
Ingredients
- 8 lemons for 3 pint jars
- 2 –3 cups sugar
- 3 pint-size glass jars with lids
Instructions
- Wash and sterilize jars with boiling water.
- Wash lemons and slice into rings or half moons.
- Add ½ lemon slices to each jar, top with 3 tbsp sugar.
- Continue layering lemon and sugar, pressing gently.
- Fill to top with sugar, seal, and refrigerate.
- Let sit 1–2 days until syrup forms. Use and enjoy!
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/sugared-lemon-preserves/
Notes
- Use organic lemons if possible, since the peels are included.
- Add a little grated ginger or mint for a flavor twist.
- Spoon syrup into hot tea, sparkling water, cocktails, or over yogurt and pancakes.
- Keeps in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.