Do you like to drink coffee at home that tastes like it came from a cafe?
This brown sugar coffee syrup is going to be your new best friend!
It makes a regular cup of coffee taste great. Even better?
It only needs three things and takes about ten minutes to make.
This syrup tastes like the luxury coffees I get at coffee shops. It’s smooth, sweet, and has a trace of caramel flavor from the brown sugar.
But now you can prepare it at home any day of the week and save some money at the same time.
I promise that once you try it, you’ll always want to have a jar of it in your fridge.
Things You Will Need
- Small saucepan
- Teaspoons and measuring cups
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- A glass jar or bottle to keep the syrup in
What You’ll Need
- ◯ 1 cup of water
- ◯ 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- ◯ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
How to Make Brown Sugar Coffee Syrup
1. Combine the ingredients in a saucepan.
Add 1 cup of water and 1 cup of packed light brown sugar to a small saucepan.
2. Simmer the mixture.
Put the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Turn the heat down to low and let it come to a gentle simmer (not a boil). Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
3. Add the vanilla.
Remove the syrup from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Let it cool for a few minutes.
4. Chill and keep.
Let the syrup cool completely before pouring it into a clean glass jar or bottle. Put it in the fridge.
Expert Advice
- Keep the heat down! Simmer the syrup gently to avoid burning the sugar or making it too thick.
- Try it as you go. If you want more taste, add a little more vanilla. Trust me, it’s good.
- Let it cool all the way down before putting it away. Syrup that is hot in a chilly fridge? Not a good idea!
- Make it kid-friendly. Kids will appreciate this “brown sugar steamer” made with this syrup and warm milk.
- Make two batches. If you drink coffee every day, you’ll finish this syrup in no time.
Changes and substitutions
- Use dark brown sugar to make the caramel taste deeper and richer.
- Add a cinnamon stick while simmering for a warm, spiced twist.
- For a syrup that tastes like maple, use maple extract instead of vanilla.
- Make it sugar-free. Try using a brown sugar replacement like Swerve or monk fruit sweetener.
Make Ahead Tips
This syrup stores beautifully in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Make a big batch on the weekend, and you’re set for morning coffee all week long!
Tips for Leftovers & Storage
- Put the brown sugar syrup in a glass jar or bottle with a lid.
- Keep it refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
- If the syrup thickens too much in the fridge, simply warm it slightly or stir in a tiny bit of water to thin it out.
In conclusion
This simple brown sugar coffee syrup is a great way to make your morning coffee or even a kid-friendly steamer a little more special. I can’t wait for you to taste it.
If you do, leave a comment below and let me know how you liked it or how you made it your own!