How to Make Simple Syrup
An easy recipe for making simple syrup to use in cocktails and desserts!
Servings: 8 ounces
Calories: 96kcal
Cost: $5
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar raw cane or granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Basic Simple Syrup
- Measure 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water.
- Combine the sugar and water in a small to a medium saucepan.
- Heat the sugar and water until it comes to a soft boil until the sugar has melted. This happens quickly.
- Once it’s melted, remove from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- Store it in an airtight glass jar.
Infused Simple Syrup
- If you're making infused syrups, add the ingredients in with the sugar and water.
- Bring to a soft boil, then let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool and infuse for 25 minutes to 1 hour. You can even leave this overnight.
- Strain the mixture through a mesh strainer.
Notes
For a richer syrup use the 2:1 ratio.
To infuse syrups use fresh berries, herbs, and whole spices.
The syrup will last 3 weeks stored in the refrigerator.
If you're looking for different sugar substitutions try coconut sugar, maple syrup honey, agave, or stevia.
Nutrition
Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 25g | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 1mg