Homemade Coffee Syrup
This homemade coffee syrup adds the perfect hint of sweetness to any coffee beverage. All you need is a few simple ingredients that you most likely already have in your pantry!
I love coffee…maybe a little too much. This homemade coffee syrup is something we try to always have around to sweeten our coffee creations. Whether we make coffee in the french press or lattes with our espresso machine, it is the perfect addition to any coffee experience.
So many of the coffee syrups that you find in the store are full of artificial colors and since we try our best to avoid those I wanted to come up with an alternative. I was so happy when I discovered this! It is so easy and uses just a few ingredients that I already had on hand.
I make this in small batches as we like to have a few different flavors of homemade coffee syrup available at one time and I don’t want any of it to go bad. It does last a while if kept in the fridge, but I prefer it to be fresher so I just make small batches. You can easily double the recipe if you want a larger amount.
Why You’ll Love this Recipe
Easy – It’s literally SO easy! Anyone can make this.
Only 3 Ingredients – This coffee syrup uses just three ingredients that you already have in your pantry!
Pure and Natural – Zero artificial colors or flavors. It gets its caramel color and amazing flavor from the sugar and vanilla alone.
Ingredients
Cane sugar – I use organic cane sugar. It isn’t bleached so it is darker in color and not quite as fine in texture. It gives the syrup a beautiful caramel colored hue.
Water – Just plain tap water or whatever water you use for drinking.
Vanilla extract – Pure vanilla extract, not imitation vanilla if possible. It adds a delicious vanilla flavor and gives the syrup a beautiful caramel color. Homemade vanilla extract makes this even better! Find the recipe for it here.
Step-by-step instructions (with pictures!) can be found below, followed by a recipe card with exact measurements.
Tools You May Need
Saucepan
Whisk
Measuring Cups and Spoons
How to Make Homemade Coffee Syrup
How to Use Homemade Coffee Syrup
You can use this syrup in both hot and iced coffee. Just add anywhere from 1-2 Tbs. directly into your mug or jar depending on what you’re using. The amount you put in depends on how sweet you like your coffee to be.
I like just a hint of sweetness so I don’t put in very much. I just swirl a little in my espresso shot before I pour in my steamed milk and it’s perfect! We like to use it for coffee when we make in our french press and for also for frothy lattes. I love to use in my afternoon latte when I sit down while the babies are napping and I can enjoy my coffee in the peace and quiet. It is my daily special treat that I greatly look forward to.
Coffee Syrup is a Great for Gifting
I mentioned how pretty your caramel colored coffee syrup looks in a mason jar. How about giving it as a gift or part of a gift basket to someone you love? You could even tie a pretty ribbon around the rim and stick on a beautiful label to add a touch of character and thoughtfulness.
Tips
- If syrup crystalizes pour into a small saucepan and heat on low until it liquifies again.
- This recipe easily doubles! I make in smaller batches to make sure it doesn’t go bad before we’re able to use it.
Recipe FAQs
If stored at room temperature, it will last 7-10 days. If you notice any smell that is off, cloudiness, or mold it should be discarded.
Storing your syrup in the fridge is a much better option for a longer shelf life. It will stay fresh for up to 2-4 weeks. However, if you notice discoloration, odd smell, or mold it should be discarded.
While you don’t have to have anything fancy for storing your coffee syrup I would suggest using a glass container of some sort. I just use small mason jars. I love how versatile mason jars are and that they can be used for so many different things. It’s practical and looks pretty too!
Yes you absolutely can! If you plan on freezing skip the glass jar and just use a plastic container that seals well. Use within 3 months.
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Homemade Coffee Syrup
This homemade coffee syrup adds just a hint of sweetness to the coffee experience! All you need is a few simple ingredients that you most likely already have in your pantry!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cane sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 Tbs. vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Pour sugar and water into a saucepan and place on stove over medium/high heat.
2. Whisk until sugar dissolves. Continue whisking until mixture comes to a boil.
3. Once it starts boiling turn heat down to medium and boil for 5 minutes. Whisk occasionally. Watch carefully that it doesn't boil over.
4. After 5 minutes remove from heat and add vanilla extract. Stir until combined. Let cool till warm or completely before pouring into a jar.
5. To use, pour between 1-2 Tbs. (or more!) into coffee depending on how sweet you like. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store in the fridge for longer shelf life.
- If syrup crystalizes pour into a small saucepan and heat on low until it liquifies again.
- This recipe easily doubles!
