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How to Make Simple Syrup Recipe

How to Make Simple Syrup

Shaziya
In just 8 minutes of gentle simmering, you’ll have a pantry essential that’s as practical as it is delicious. Simple syrup is the secret weapon behind countless cocktails, desserts, and beverages, adding a silky sweetness that blends seamlessly.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 0

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup water 8floz/225ml
  • 1 cup sugar 8oz/225g
  • 10 mint leaves
  • 2-3 cinnamon sticks
  • 4 orange zest 2 inch pieces
  • 2-3 vanilla pods

Instructions
 

  • Vanilla Simple Syrup: In a small pot add *sugar, water, and vanilla. Dissolve sugar and then simmer for about 7-8 minutes on medium heat. Turn the heat off and allow the syrup to continue to infuse. Transfer to an airtight container and keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
  • Mint Simple Syrup: In a small pot add *sugar, water, and mint. Dissolve sugar and then simmer for about 7-8 minutes on medium heat. Turn the heat off and allow the syrup to continue to infuse. Transfer to an airtight container and keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
  • Cinnamon Simple Syrup: In a small pot add *sugar, water, and cinnamon sticks. Dissolve sugar and then simmer for about 7-8 minutes on medium heat. Turn the heat off and allow the syrup to continue to infuse. Transfer to an airtight container and keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
  • Orange Simple Syrup: In a small pot add *sugar, water, and orange zest. Dissolve sugar and then simmer for about 7-8 minutes on medium heat. Turn the heat off and allow the syrup to continue to infuse. Transfer to an airtight container and keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
Keyword cocktail syrup, homemade syrup, simple syrup, sugar syrup, sweetener syrup
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