Easy Demerara Syrup Recipe
Add a decadent caramel flavor to your iced coffee or cocktails with this homemade demerara syrup recipe! It's incredibly simple to make yet adds so much flavor to any beverage!
Equipment
- Funnel (optional)
- mason jar
- spoon
Ingredients
- 1 cup Demerara sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Add the Demerara sugar and water in a small saucepan.
- Set the pan on the stove over medium heat and stir occasionally.
- Once the sugar dissolves, remove the syrup from the heat and let it to cool to room temperature.
- Pour the syrup into your favorite jar or glass bottle, and enjoy!
Notes
One batch makes approximately 1.5 cups or 12 ounces. The nutritional facts are based on a 1-ounce serving.
This homemade Demerara syrup typically lasts for 3-4 weeks in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Make a rich demerara syrup: Double the sugar for a rich simple syrup with a thicker texture.
- Add a cinnamon stick, orange peel, or sliced vanilla bean for another layer of flavor.
- Experiment with various herbs such as rosemary, basil, or thyme to create herbal-infused demerara syrup.
- Infuse the demerara syrup with 1-2 tbs dried culinary lavender buds for a floral, aromatic flavor. This special lavender simple syrup can be used in beverages, desserts, and even as a flavoring for whipped cream.
- Use high-quality ingredients. Start with high-quality demerara sugar and clean, filtered water.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ounce | Calories: 67kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 5mg | Sugar: 17g | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg
Servings: 12 ounces
Calories: 67kcal