Walnut Free Simple Syrup
Simple syrup is one of those foundational kitchen staples that quietly makes everything better — cocktails, lemonade, iced coffee, baked goods, you name it. It's just sugar and water, which means there's nothing hidden in here, no shared-facility concerns, and absolutely no risk of sneaking in unexpected tree nuts. The technique is straightforward: gentle heat, a good stir, and patience while it cools to that perfectly pourable consistency. Keeping a jar of this in the fridge means you're always ready to sweeten a drink or drizzle over a dessert without reaching for a store-bought bottle that might carry unwanted warnings. It stores beautifully and takes almost no effort to make, so there's really no reason not to have a batch 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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