Homemade Vanilla Simple Syrup Recipe
This easy vanilla bean infused simple syrup recipe tastes way better than the store-bought stuff, yet only uses three simple ingredients. This recipe includes variations for making it with whole vanilla beans, vanilla extract, vanilla bean paste, and even vanilla sugar, so you're sure to find a way that works for you!
Equipment
- Small or medium saucepan
- Sharp knife
- Syrup bottles or a mason jar
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or 1 cup vanilla sugar)
- 1 cup water
- 1 whole vanilla bean (or 1 TBS vanilla bean paste or extract or 1/2 TBS vanilla bean powder)
Instructions
With Real Vanilla Bean
- Place the sugar and water in a small saucepan.
- Use a sharp knife to slice 1-2 vanilla pods lengthwise, then carefully scrape out the caviar. Add the pods and caviar to the pan.
- Turn on the pan to medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool at room temperature for approximately an hour.
- Strain out or remove the vanilla pods and store the homemade syrup in an airtight container or glass bottle.
- Keep in the fridge for 1-2 weeks and use as desired.
With Vanilla Extract or Vanilla Bean Paste
- Place the sugar and water in a saucepan like normal. Remove from the heat when the sugar crystals dissolve.
- Then, stir in the vanilla bean paste or extract. Stir well to incorporate, especially for the paste.
- Allow the mixture to cool and store in a glass jar as described above.
With Vanilla Sugar
- Follow the same steps in the first version (heating the water and sugar on the stove), but use vanilla sugar instead of regular white sugar.
- For a stronger vanilla flavor, feel free to add up to an extra teaspoon of vanilla extract or paste once you remove the syrup from the heat.
Video
@milkglasshomekitchen Vanilla Syrup Recipe for ☕️ and more #creatorsearchinsights It doesn't get easier than this! Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan. Use a sharp knife to slice 1-2 vanilla pods lengthwise, then carefully scrape out the caviar. Add the pods and caviar to the pan. Turn on the pan to medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool at room temperature for approximately an hour. Strain out or remove the vanilla pods and store the homemade syrup in an airtight container or glass bottle. Keep in the fridge for 1-2 weeks and use as desired. If using vanilla extract, add it AFTER you make the syrup to avoid burning off the flavor. That's it! Have fun! #vanillasyrup #coffeedrinks #vanilla #homemadefood #easyrecipes #vanillalatte ♬ original sound - Rachael - Milk Glass Home 🌻
Notes
Store the leftover syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 weeks.