Description
Learn how to make a versatile simple syrup that is perfect for sweetening cocktails, beverages, and desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
Syrup:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Combine Sugar and Water: In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture is clear, about 2–3 minutes.
- Cool and Store: Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Transfer to a clean jar or bottle and refrigerate.
- Usage: Use in cocktails, iced coffee, lemonade, or baking.
Notes
- For flavored syrup, add ingredients like mint, vanilla bean, or citrus peel while heating and strain before storing.
- Simple syrup will keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Universal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 48
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
