Description
Elevate your drinks and dishes with homemade Brown Sugar Syrup — a simple, rich, and versatile sweetener that brings a touch of caramel-like magic to everything from coffee to pancakes. With just three ingredients, you’ll have a delicious syrup ready in minutes to transform your culinary creations.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dark brown sugar (for a deep, molasses flavor)
- 1 cup water (to form the base of the syrup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for added depth)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, mix the brown sugar, water, and vanilla extract (if using).
- Heat and Stir: Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly to dissolve the sugar completely.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Cool: Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
- Store: Pour the cooled syrup into an airtight container (like a glass jar) and refrigerate for up to two weeks.
Notes
- For thicker syrup, simmer a bit longer.
- Add cinnamon sticks, cloves, or nutmeg during simmering for a spiced twist.
- Label your container with the date and flavor variations for easy use.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sweetener
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Universal