Easy Simple Syrup Recipe

In just minutes, you'll have a sweet solution for perfectly balanced cocktails, refreshing iced teas, and decadent desserts. So skip the store-bought syrups and artificial flavors, and create endless possibilities with this easy homemade simple syrup!

Course Condiments Sauces and Dips

Cuisine American

Keyword easy condiment recipes, easy syrup recipes

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 5

Total Time 7

Servings tablespoons

Calories 26kcal

Author Nicole Cook

Ingredients

1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water

Instructions

In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely. Do not let the mixture boil.
Remove the pan from heat and let the syrup cool completely to room temperature.
Pour the cooled syrup into a clean, airtight container (like a mason jar or glass bottle) for storage.
Store the simple syrup in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Notes

Equal parts is key: This recipe uses a 1:1 ratio of sugar to water, which is the standard for simple syrup. However, you can adjust this ratio depending on your desired sweetness. For a richer syrup, use more sugar (like 1 1/4 cup sugar to 1 cup water).
Sugar options: While granulated sugar is most common, you can experiment with other sugars like brown sugar for a deeper flavor or cane sugar for a slightly different taste.
Flavor variations: Once you've mastered the basic recipe, get creative! Add ingredients like lemon zest, fresh herbs, or even spices like cinnamon or vanilla bean to create flavored simple syrups.

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