Instant Pot Elderberry Syrup

Forget buying elderberry syrup in the health food store. You can make your own Instant Pot Elderberry Syrup with just a few ingredients and save money too. I’ll share my simple elderberry syrup recipe with you.

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One of the best things I’ve done for my family for years is use elderberry syrup anytime we’re feeling a bit off. But here’s the thing… if you’ve ever bought elderberry syrup in the health food store you’ll be paying $20 or more per bottle that’s usually just about 8 oz. Or if you’ve made your own elderberry syrup, it can take a long time in a slow cooker or stovetop.

That’s why I wanted to find a way to make elderberry syrup in my favorite kitchen appliance… the Instant Pot. 

Ready for the Gluten-Free Instant Pot Elderberry Syrup recipe? It’s so easy to make. You’ll be done from start to finish in about 20 minutes.

Benefits of Elderberry Syrup

Known as sambucus nigra, elderberries are native to North America and have been used by Native Americans for hundreds years for medicinal purposes.

Elderberries are loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants. In recent years, there have been many studies that have shown elderberry extract can help to reduce cold duration and reduce the severity of flu and flu like symptoms (like fever, muscle aches, coughs, nasal congestion, and headaches).

Closeup of elderberries and bottle of elderberry syrup

Why Make Your Own Elderberry Syrup

How Much to Make Your Own Elderberry Syrup

How to Make Elderberry Syrup

This recipe is a combination of dried elderberries, raw honey and water. Just three simple ingredients. It’s so easy to make and it’ll be ready in less than 20 minutes.

Don’t use raw elderberries – they need to be dried out to remove the seeds, leaves, and bark. You just want the berries themselves

Optional: You can add wolfberries (goji berries), orange juice, and a cinnamon stick for added flavor and benefits.

About the Ingredients

Directions

See the full recipe card below with measurements and detailed instructions.

  • Add all ingredients except honey to the Instant Pot and set for manual / pressure cooking on high for 10 minutes. 
  • Do a quick release. Strain the syrup into a large bowl to remove the berries.
  • Add raw honey, and mix well. Pour into glass Mason jars. 
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to a month. Enjoy 1-2 tbsp each day for a healthy immune system. 

How to Use Elderberry Syrup

You can store this homemade elderberry syrup in the refrigerator for up to 2 months. If you’re taking a spoonful or two each day you’ll easily consume it within a month. Make double the batch as needed.

You can take 1 tbsp up to 4 times a day.

Another great recipe is to make these Elderberry Gummies. It’s a great option if you’ve got kids who don’t want to take elderberry syrup.

After you’ve added the honey and essential oils, just divide the syrup into glass containers like Mason jars and store in the refrigerator for up to two months. I find this batch lasts about a month, so if you have more people in your family or want it to last a little longer you can easily double the batch.

After you’ve added the honey and essential oils, just divide the syrup into glass containers like Mason jars and store in the refrigerator for up to two months. I find this batch lasts about a month, so if you have more people in your family or want it to last a little longer you can easily double the batch.

Tips to Make Instant Pot Elderberry Syrup

Save the berry pulp to use in my smoothies to add an extra boost of antioxidant power… and it’s really tasty too.

Closeup of Instant Pot with dried elderberries and honey on a table

More Cold and Flu Remedies You Might Like

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Instant Pot Elderberry Syrup

Don’t Mess With Mama
Forget buying elderberry syrup in the health food store. You can make your own Instant Pot Elderberry Syrup with just a few ingredients and save money too. 
5 from 7 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Pressurize Time 8 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 24 servings
Calories 47 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients except honey and essential oils to the Instant Pot and set for manual / pressure cooking on high for 10 minutes. 
  • Do a quick release. Strain the syrup into a large bowl to remove the berries.
  • Add raw honey and essential oils, and mix well. Pour into glass Mason jars. 
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to a month. Enjoy 1-2 tbsp each day for a healthy immune system. 

Nutrition

Calories: 47kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 24mgSugar: 11gVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 2.2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.2mg
Keyword cold syrup, elderberry syrup, healthy
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References: Health Benefits of Elderberries, Medical News Daily

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