Beef Free Simple Syrup
Simple syrup is one of those foundational kitchen staples that quietly makes everything better — from cocktails and lemonade to homemade sodas and dessert glazes. This version keeps things beautifully minimal, using just sugar and water to create a smooth, clear liquid sweetener that dissolves instantly into any drink or recipe. The key is gentle heat and patience: keeping the mixture below a boil preserves that clean, neutral sweetness without any caramelization creeping in. Once it cools and goes into the fridge, you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly. It's naturally free from any animal products whatsoever, so there's zero guesswork about what's in it — just two pure pantry ingredients doing exactly what they're supposed to do.
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16 servings
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved and the liquid is clear, about 3–4 minutes. Do not let the mixture boil.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat and let the syrup cool in the pan for 20 minutes, until it reaches room temperature.
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