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Purple Lavender Simple Syrup

This is an easy recipe for Purple Lavender Simple Syrup that is versatile for use in anything from drinks to baked goods. It gets its purple hue from a natural plant.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 34 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American , Canadian

Ingredients

  • ½ C water
  • ½ C granulated sugar
  • 2 ½ tablespoon dried culinary lavender flower buds organic
  • splash hot water
  • ⅛ teaspoon butterfly pea flower powder optional
  • a few drops lemon juice optional

Instructions

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  1. In a small saucepan, combine the water and sugar and bring it up to a simmer/boil.
  2. Remove from the syrup from the heat and add in the lavender flowers to steep for about 5 minutes.
  3. Use a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to strain the syrup to remove the lavender buds. 
  4. In a separate bowl, add in ⅛ teaspoon butterfly pea flower powder and a splash of hot water. Stir to dissolve. 
  5. Add a few drops of lemon juice to the butterfly pea flower and stir until it turns purple. (Start with 1-2 drops first, and adjust according to the shade you like).
  6. Combine the butterfly pea mixture with the lavender syrup and stir. 
  7. Transfer to a clean glass jar and let cool. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Yield: ½ C of syrup.

Nutrition Information

Calories 34kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 1mg (0%) Sugar 9g (18%) Calcium 1mg (0%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 34

% Daily Value*

Calories 34kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 1mg 0%
Sugar 9g 18%
Calcium 1mg 0%
Iron 1mg 6%

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