5 from 12 votes
5-Minute Homemade Almond Simple Syrup
This Homemade Almond Simple Syrup is a quick blend of water, granulated sugar, and almond extract simmered until the sugar dissolves completely. The syrup imparts a sweet, nutty almond flavor, making it a versatile sweetener for beverages and recipes. Its clear consistency and balanced sweetness allow it to dissolve easily into cold or hot drinks, providing a smooth almond note without grit or cloudiness.
Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
4 mins
Servings:
6
servings
Calories:
67 kcal
Course:
Drinks
Cuisine:
American
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.
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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
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%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 67
% 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.