Unleash the power of elderberries with this delightful and health-boosting Elderberry Bomb recipe! Elderberries are famed for their immune-supporting properties and are packed with antioxidants and vitamins. This simple yet potent recipe is perfect for cold and flu season or whenever you need a natural health boost.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup dried elderberries
- 3 cups water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon whole cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup raw honey
Instructions:
- Prepare the Elderberry Mixture
- In a medium saucepan, combine the dried elderberries, water, cinnamon stick, whole cloves, and grated ginger.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the liquid has reduced by almost half.
- Strain the Mixture
- After simmering, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large bowl, pressing on the elderberries with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Add Honey
- While the mixture is still warm (but not hot), stir in the raw honey until it’s completely dissolved. The warmth will make it easier to mix but ensure it’s not too hot to preserve the nutritional benefits of the raw honey.
- Pour into Molds
- Carefully pour the mixture into silicone molds of your choice. If you don’t have molds, you can use an ice cube tray as an alternative.
- Freeze
- Place the molds in the freezer and freeze until solid, usually about 2-3 hours.
- Enjoy
- Once frozen, pop the elderberry bombs out of the molds. Enjoy one daily for a health boost, or as needed.
- Storage
- Store the elderberry bombs in a freezer-safe bag or container. They can be kept frozen for up to 3 months.
Tips:
- For an extra vitamin C boost, add the juice of 1 lemon to the mixture before freezing.
- Elderberry bombs are great on their own, or you can dissolve one in a cup of hot water or tea for a soothing and immune-boosting drink.
Elderberry bombs are a convenient and tasty way to enjoy the benefits of elderberries. Whether you’re looking to support your immune system during cold and flu season, or you just want a healthy treat, these elderberry bombs are a fantastic choice. Enjoy the burst of goodness!
