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Brown Sugar Simple Syrup in a jar with a rustic wooden background.

How to Make Brown Sugar Simple Syrup: A Sweet Addition to Any Drink 🍹

Brown Sugar Simple Syrup is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can elevate a variety of drinks, from cocktails to coffee, or even be used in desserts and baked goods. With just two ingredients—brown sugar and water—you can create a sweet and flavorful syrup that will become a staple in your kitchen.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark, depending on your preference)
  • 1 cup water (use filtered water for better taste)
  • Optional: vanilla extract, cinnamon sticks, or orange peel for flavor

Instructions

  1. Combine brown sugar and water in a saucepan.
  2. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar is completely dissolved (about 3-5 minutes).
  3. Add any optional flavorings (vanilla, cinnamon, orange peel) and let the mixture simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  5. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Notes

For a thicker syrup, use a 2:1 ratio of brown sugar to water. The syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a month, or frozen in ice cube trays for up to 3 months.

  • Author: kamika
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Syrup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 52
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: brown sugar, syrup, simple syrup, sweetener