Vanilla Syrup
This vanilla syrup, made with vanilla beans, sugar, and water, works magnificently for pancakes, coffee, cakes, cocktails, and so many other uses. And just think of all the time and money you'll save by making your own vanilla lattes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cold water
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 vanilla beans, split lengthwise
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and vanilla beans and bring to a boil. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Let the syrup boil hard, without stirring, for 2 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat, cover, and let the vanilla beans steep for 30 minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract and stir to combine. You should have about 2 1/2 cups. Let cool.
- Divvy the vanilla syrup among individual bottles or jars and include a half vanilla bean in each. (If making this as gifts, plan on filling three 8-ounce jars.) You can keep the vanilla syrup in the fridge for up to several months.
Notes
- Storage--Vanilla syrup should be stored in a sealed bottle in the fridge. It will keep for up to 1 month.
- Substitutions--Use 1 tablespoon of vanilla bean paste in place of the vanilla beans.
- Dietary--This recipe is suitable for gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan diets.
Nutrition
Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 0.001g | Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 20g