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Buttermilk Syrup

Move over maple syrup, this Buttermilk Caramel Syrup is a thick, delicious treat for pouring over pancakes, waffles, french toast, or even ice cream!  It's like liquid gold!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 185 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup salted butter
  • 2 Tablespoons corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

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  1. Combine buttermilk, sugar, butter, corn syrup, and baking soda in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Bring the syrup ingredients to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 7-8 minutes, stirring frequently until the syrup is a light golden brown.
  3. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla, then let the syrup cool slightly for a few minutes while still stirring occasionally before transferring to a heat-safe jar.
  4. Pour over pancakes, waffles, french toast, German pancakes, ice cream, or anything else you can think of!
  5. The syrup can be stored in the fridge for up to 2-3 weeks. Just reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds and stir before using.

Notes

  • Be sure to use a large pot even though it will seem too big for the amount of ingredients. The baking soda will react with the buttermilk and cause the syrup to bubble and foam and you don't want this sticky, sweet syrup to overflow onto your stove or countertops, which has definitely happened to me before!
  • I do not recommend using a buttermilk substitute made from milk combined with lemon juice or vinegar for this particular recipe. It turns out o.k., but not nearly as good, and you run this risk of having your syrup curdle.
  • This recipe is on page 25 of my cookbook, House of Nash Eats Everyday! 

Nutrition Information

Calories 185kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 22mg (7%) Sodium 177mg (7%) Potassium 24mg (1%) Sugar 29g (58%) Vitamin A 261IU (5%) Calcium 20mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 185

% Daily Value*

Calories 185kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 29g 10%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 22mg 7%
Sodium 177mg 7%
Potassium 24mg 1%
Sugar 29g 58%
Vitamin A 261IU 5%
Calcium 20mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.