Best 7 Basic Simple Syrup Recipes

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Are you craving a sweet treat but don't have the time or ingredients for a complex dessert? Basic simple syrup is the perfect solution. This versatile syrup is incredibly easy to make and can be used to sweeten a variety of drinks, desserts, and other culinary creations. Whether you're looking to add a touch of sweetness to your favorite cocktail, flavor your iced tea, or drizzle it over pancakes or waffles, basic simple syrup is a pantry staple that will quickly become your go-to sweetener. Let's get started on the simple steps to making this essential ingredient.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BASIC SIMPLE SYRUP



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Simple Syrup is a staple for a reason. It's ready in minutes, lasts for months, and dissolves quickly in iced tea and other cold drinks.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cup sugar
1 cup water

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, stir together water and sugar.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook, stirring, until sugar is dissolved and mixture is translucent, about 30 seconds.
  • Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container; chill, up to six months.

SIMPLE SYRUP



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Simple syrup is a commonly used ingredient in many cocktails and other drink recipes. It's also easy to make!

Provided by Shaggy

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Syrup Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 cup white sugar
1 cup water

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil, stirring, until sugar has dissolved. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Sodium 0.4 mg, Sugar 12.5 g

SIMPLE SYRUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 cups sugar
2 cups water

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar and water in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from the heat and cool completely. Will keep in the refrigerator for 1 month.

SIMPLE SYRUP



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Provided by Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 2 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 1/2 cups sugar
Full 1 cup water
1/2 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Combine all 3 ingredients in a nonreactive 2-quart heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. All the sugar crystals should completely dissolve. Remove from the heat and pour into a clean medium-size bowl. Let cool completely before using. If you are short on time, you can cool the syrup over an ice bath. Simple syrup can be stored in the refrigerator, indefinitely, if kept in an airtight container.

BASIL SIMPLE SYRUP



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Fresh basil leaves are steeped in sugar and water to create a sweet herbal syrup to flavor summer's most refreshing cocktails, mocktails, lemonades, and frozen treats. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Provided by foodelicious

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Syrup Recipes

Time 41m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup water
1 cup white sugar
1 cup fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Combine water, sugar, and basil leaves in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 1 minute. Remove from heat and let syrup steep, about 30 minutes.
  • Pour syrup into a sterilized glass jar through a mesh strainer to remove basil leaves; let cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 1.1 mg, Sugar 25 g

BASIC SIMPLE SYRUP



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Provided by Lulu Powers

Number Of Ingredients 1

1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Combine the sugar with 1/2 cup water in a small, heavy saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • 2. Boil until the sugar is completely dissolved, about 2 minutes. Pour over the fruit or store for up to 1 month in the refrigerator.

EASY CHERRY SIMPLE SYRUP



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Quick, easy and packed with flavor, this is a perfect condiment for cocktails, desserts, savory recipes, and more. VIDEO https://youtu.be/1Sg_00vrpsk

Provided by CLUBFOODY

Categories     Fruit

Time 25m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup cherries, pitted and halved
1 cup water
1/2 cup granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Combine all the ingredients in a medium pot over medium-high heat.
  • As soon as it starts simmering, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer gently for 20 minutes, breaking up the cherries with the tip of a wooden spoon, a potato masher or even a meat chopper.
  • When cooking time is up, remove from the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the mixture to a fine sieve sitting over a bowl and with the back of a spoon, press down on the fruit to extract as much juice as possible.
  • Store the syrup in an airtight container and transfer to the fridge until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 8.1, Carbohydrate 124.6, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 119.5, Protein 1.6

Tips:

  • To make a richer syrup, use brown sugar instead of white sugar.
  • Add a flavoring agent, such as vanilla extract, lemon zest, or cinnamon sticks, to the syrup while it is cooking to enhance the flavor.
  • Use a candy thermometer to accurately measure the temperature of the syrup. This will help you to avoid overcooking or undercooking the syrup.
  • Store the syrup in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Use the syrup to sweeten beverages, such as iced tea, lemonade, or cocktails. You can also use it to glaze cakes, pies, or other desserts.

Conclusion:

Simple syrup is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of recipes. It is easy to make and can be flavored with a variety of ingredients to create a customized syrup that is perfect for your needs. With a little practice, you can easily make simple syrup at home and use it to create delicious and refreshing beverages and desserts.

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