5-Minute Homemade Almond Simple Syrup
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5-Minute Homemade Almond Simple Syrup
Description
The 5-Minute Homemade Almond Simple Syrup recipe combines equal parts water and sugar with a small amount of almond extract to create a flavored syrup. Heating the water and sugar mixture until fully dissolved yields a clear syrup base, to which almond extract is added for its characteristic nutty aroma.
This syrup can be used immediately or cooled and stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, maintaining its flavor and clarity. The simple preparation makes it suitable for sweetening cocktails, iced coffee, tea, or homemade desserts where an almond flavor is desired.
The recipe yields about three-quarters of a cup but can be easily doubled for larger quantities. Its straightforward process and flexibility to store encourage making fresh batches routinely.
Ingredients
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ Tablespoon almond extract
Instructions
- In a small or medium saucepan, whisk together water and sugar over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally until sugar is completely dissolved. The liquid should be clear. Remove from heat.
- Stir in the almond extract. Allow to cool or use immediately. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks and use in your favorite beverages or recipes as desired.
Notes
- One batch yields approximately 3/4 cup of syrup.
- You can double the ingredients easily to make a larger quantity.
- Store syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 67 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2TBSP | |
| Calories | 67kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 2mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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