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Honey Syrup

Delicious Honey Syrup: Your New Favorite Sweetener!

Honey Syrup is a versatile sweetener that enhances everything from pancakes to cocktails with minimal ingredients.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Syrup Base
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness and structure
  • 0.5 cup Water Use fresh and clean water
  • 0.5 cup Light Corn Syrup Prevents crystallization
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Amplifies syrup flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Balances sweetness
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances all flavors

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Glass jar or bottle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Homemade Dutch Honey Syrup
  1. In a medium saucepan, add 1 cup of granulated sugar, ½ cup of water, and ½ cup of light corn syrup. Stir gently over medium heat until dissolved, about 3–5 minutes.
  2. Once dissolved, bring the mixture to a gentle boil and let it bubble without stirring for about 5 minutes.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature, about 10-15 minutes.
  5. Transfer the cooled syrup into a clean glass jar or bottle for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 16gSodium: 5mgSugar: 15g

Notes

Store in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Can be frozen in ice cube trays for longer storage.

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