Emulsifier Free Simple Syrup
Sweet, clean, and endlessly useful, this two-ingredient syrup is about as pure as a recipe gets. It's just sugar and water — no additives, no stabilizers, and absolutely nothing that could sneak an unwanted emulsifier into your glass or batter. That simplicity is exactly what makes it such a reliable staple for anyone navigating ingredient labels with a careful eye. The technique is gentle too: low heat and steady stirring dissolve the sugar without boiling, keeping the syrup crystal clear and smooth. Once it cools and goes into the fridge, you've got a versatile sweetener ready to stir into drinks, drizzle over desserts, or use anywhere a recipe calls for liquid sweetness. It keeps beautifully, so making a batch ahead of time is always worth it.
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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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