Chestnut Free Simple Syrup
Sweet, versatile, and endlessly useful, this two-ingredient syrup is a staple worth keeping in your fridge at all times. It dissolves instantly into cold drinks, cocktails, lemonades, and desserts in a way that plain sugar simply never will. For anyone navigating a chestnut allergy or sensitivity, store-bought flavored syrups and sweeteners can be a minefield of unexpected additives and natural flavorings that aren't always clearly labeled. This recipe cuts through all of that with nothing but granulated sugar and water — clean, simple, and completely safe. The technique is gentle too, keeping the heat low and steady so the sugar dissolves without boiling, which gives you a perfectly clear, smooth result every time. Once it's cooled and bottled, it keeps beautifully in the refrigerator and is ready to sweeten whatever you're making next.
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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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