Apple Brown Sugar Coffee Syrup
This Apple Brown Sugar Coffee Syrup is going to transform your mornings if you love coffee as I do.
It tastes like apple pie in a cup, and it’s warm and delicious.
Plus, you just need a few things from your pantry to prepare it!
For a kid-friendly treat, drizzle it into your coffee, over pancakes, or even mix it into heated milk.
It’s great for fall, but really, any time you want that warm apple-cinnamon smell.
Let’s work together to make this magic!
Things You Will Need
- Spoons and cups for measuring
- A small pot
- Whisk
- Spoon or ladle
- Store in a glass jar or container that won’t let air in.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of apple cider
- 1/2 cup of brown sugar, either light or dark
- 1/4 cup of sugar in granules
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
Preparation Instructions
- Mix the apple cider, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a small saucepan. Mix everything together with a whisk.
- Put the saucepan on medium heat and let the mixture come to a low boil. Let it bubble and stir it every so often for approximately 8 to 10 minutes to let it thicken and reduce.
- Take the syrup off the heat and mix in the vanilla essence. Taste it quickly and change the spices if you need to.
- Once the syrup has cooled fully, put it in a glass jar or container that won’t let air in. You can keep it in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Tips from the Pros
- Use fresh apple cider: For the finest taste, use fresh apple cider instead of apple juice. It really does make a difference!
- Don’t forget the salt! A little bit of salt brings out all the warm apple and spice tastes and balances the sweetness.
- Don’t rush this step; let it simmer low and slow to thicken and intensify the flavor.
- As you proceed, taste the syrup. When it’s done, taste it. Want more of the spice? At the end, add a tiny bit!
- Let it cool all the way down before putting it away. If you put hot syrup in a jar, it will make condensation, which will make it last less time. Let it cool down!
Changes and Replacements
- No apple cider? Add an extra pinch of cinnamon to apple juice to make it taste better.
- If you want less sweetness, you can use coconut sugar instead of brown sugar or cut back on the sugar a little bit.
- More spice? For a stronger fall flavor, add a little bit of allspice or cloves.
- For an adult twist, add a dash of bourbon at the end.
How to Prepare Ahead of Time
This syrup keeps really well! You may make it up to a week ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the fridge.
Storage and Leftovers
You may keep the syrup in the fridge for up to two weeks in a container that won’t let air in.
If it gets thick in the fridge, shake or stir it before using it.
For longer storage, freeze small amounts in an ice cube tray. Just defrost and use!
There you have it: your own Apple Brown Sugar Coffee Syrup!
I hope this easy recipe makes your mornings (or afternoons… we all need a little boost) a little better.
I’d love to know how you used it. Did you pour it over pancakes, sprinkle it into coffee, or do something else completely creative?
Please let me know in the comments! 😊