Homemade Lavender Syrup

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

• Simple ingredients create a fragrant syrup.
• Perfect for drinks, desserts, or pancakes.
• Homemade syrup impresses family and friends.

QUICK OVERVIEW

• Prep time: 5 minutes
• Cook time: 10 minutes
• Total time: 15 minutes
• Yield/servings: About 1 cup
• Difficulty: Easy

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Combine water and sugar in a saucepan.
  2. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  3. Add dried lavender.
  4. Remove from heat and let steep for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Strain out the lavender using a fine-mesh sieve.
  6. Pour the syrup into a clean jar or bottle.
  7. Store in the refrigerator.

SERVING IDEAS

• Drizzle over pancakes or waffles.
• Mix into lemonade or iced tea.
• Use in cocktails for a floral twist.
• Add to yogurt or desserts for flavor.

HOW TO STORE

• Fridge: Store in a clean jar for up to a month.
• Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
• Reheat/serve: Use cold or at room temperature.

TROUBLESHOOTING

• Adjust sugar if too sweet.
• Add more lavender for stronger flavor.
• Steep longer for a richer taste.
• Strain thoroughly to remove all solids.
• Store in an airtight container.

FAQ

• Q: How long does the syrup last?
A: It lasts about a month in the fridge.
• Q: Can I use fresh lavender?
A: Yes, but use more as fresh is less concentrated.
• Q: What can I do with leftover lavender?
A: Use it in baking or potpourri.
• Q: Can I use this in savory dishes?
A: Yes, it can add a unique flavor to meats.

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Homemade Lavender Syrup


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  • Author: miamcook
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fragrant homemade lavender syrup perfect for enhancing drinks and desserts.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender

Instructions

  1. Combine water and sugar in a saucepan.
  2. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  3. Add dried lavender.
  4. Remove from heat and let steep for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Strain out the lavender using a fine-mesh sieve.
  6. Pour the syrup into a clean jar or bottle.
  7. Store in the refrigerator.

Notes

Perfect for drizzling over pancakes or mixing into drinks. Adjust sugar for sweetness and steep longer for a richer flavor.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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