Nightshade Free Simple Syrup
Simple syrup is one of those quietly essential kitchen staples that makes everything from homemade lemonades to mocktails and baked goods taste more polished and intentional. For anyone navigating a nightshade-free lifestyle, it's a genuine relief to have a sweetener this clean and versatile — just two ingredients, no hidden additives, no spice blends to scrutinize. The technique here is gentle and deliberate: keeping the heat at medium and pulling the pan before it boils means you get a perfectly clear, smooth syrup without any bitterness or crystallization. Once it cools and goes into the fridge, you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly to sweeten drinks, drizzle over fruit, or balance out a sauce. It keeps beautifully and takes almost no effort to make, so there's really no reason not to have a jar on hand at all times.
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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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