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Coffee Syrup
Rich, velvety, and utterly delicious, homemade coffee syrup is a game-changer for coffee lovers. This easy-to-make syrup is perfect for elevating your morning coffee, crafting unique cocktails, or simply adding a flavor boost to your favorite desserts.
Ready Time
20 mins
Yields
10 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the water and sugar.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Remove the syrup from the heat and stir in the brewed coffee and vanilla extract.
Let the syrup cool to room temperature, then strain it through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean glass bottle.
Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
To use, stir 1-2 tablespoons of the syrup into 8 ounces of milk or cream for a delicious coffee flavor.
Notes
You can also use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar for a richer flavor. Adjust the amount of brewed coffee to your taste – if you prefer a stronger coffee flavor, use more! For a creamier syrup, add 1/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half to the mixture before simmering.
Experiment with different flavor combinations by adding a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom to the syrup while it’s simmering.
You can also use this syrup as a topping for ice cream or pancakes – yum!
Nutrional Value
- Calories: 64
- Total Fat: 0g
- Sodium: 0.3mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 16.4g
- Sugars: 16.1g
- Protein: 0.1g