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Sugar-free Simple Syrup

This Sugar-free Simple Syrup is so easy to make! Perfect for use in cold beverages, desserts, for keeping cakes moist, and so much more.

Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
1 min
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 1 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Vegan , Keto

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 - 1 cup low carb sweetener (see information in post about sweetener options and amounts.)
  • 1/16 teaspoon xanthan gum (optional; for thickening)
  • pinch salt (optional, for added flavor)
  • dash vanilla (optional, for added flavor)
  • dash stevia extract powder or a few drops of liquid stevia (optional; for added sweetness)
  • dash cream of tartar (or other acid; to prevent crystallization.)

Instructions

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  1. Blend sweetener in a blender / food processor until finely powdered.
  2. Add cream of tartar, if using.
  3. In a small pot, combine the water and the low carb sweetener(s).
  4. Heat over low heat and stir.
  5. Allow the mixture come to a simmer.
  6. Once simmering, add the optional xanthan gum, salt, and vanilla, if using.
  7. Cover and let simmer, stirring occasionally until the sweetener is dissolved and the syrup is the desired consistency.
  8. Remove from the heat and cool completely before using.

Notes

  • You shouldn't have too much trouble with crystallization of this syrup, but if you'd like to take added precautions, here's what to do.
  • Add the sweetener and water to the pot slowly to prevent granules of sweetener ending up on the sides or edges of the pot.
  • Use a pastry brush to push any granules into the mixture while heating.
  • Use a clean utensil to stir the mixture.
  • Use a clean container to store the syrup with no traces of granulated sweetener.
  • Don’t stir the mixture once it's simmering as this can cause sweetener to drift onto the sides of the pan.
  • Add acid: adding a dash to 1/4 teaspoon of an acid (like cream of tartar) to the mixture can help prevent crystallizing.
  • Simmer with a lid on.  Condensation while simmering will help pull any crystals back into the mixture.
  •   Condensation while simmering will help pull any crystals back into the mixture.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2tablespoons Calories 1kcal (0%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Sodium 2mg (0%) Net Carbohydrates 1g

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1

% Daily Value*

Serving 2tablespoons
Calories 1kcal 0%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Sodium 2mg 0%
Net Carbohydrates 1g

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