Coconut Free Simple Syrup
Simple syrup is one of those kitchen staples that quietly makes everything better — from cocktails and lemonades to homemade sodas and baked goods. Many store-bought sweetening syrups sneak in coconut sugar, coconut nectar, or coconut-derived additives, which can make label-reading a frustrating chore. This version keeps things beautifully stripped back: just granulated sugar and water, dissolved together over gentle heat until perfectly clear. The key is keeping the temperature low and steady so the mixture never boils, which gives you a smooth, pourable syrup without any crystallization. Once it cools and goes into the fridge, you've got a reliable sweetener ready to go whenever you need it. It couldn't be simpler to make, and knowing exactly what's in it is genuinely satisfying.
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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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