Butter Syrup
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of homemade Butter Syrup—a luscious topping that transforms pancakes, waffles, French toast, and more into a gourmet breakfast delight. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, combining simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, sugar, and creamy buttermilk for a perfectly balanced sweetness with a hint of tang. A splash of vanilla and a touch of baking soda give this syrup an irresistibly light and airy texture, while an optional drizzle of light corn syrup adds extra smoothness and shine. Serve it warm to elevate your favorite breakfast classics, or store the leftovers for a week of indulgence. Whether you're hosting brunch or indulging in a cozy weekend morning, this buttery syrup guarantees pure comfort in every bite. Perfect for breakfast lovers searching for homemade syrup recipes or unique pancake toppings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon light corn syrup (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and buttermilk.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously until the butter is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Once the mixture starts to bubble, reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The syrup will foam up slightly—this is normal and gives the syrup a light and airy texture.
If desired, stir in the light corn syrup for added smoothness and shine.
Let the syrup cool for a few minutes before serving. The syrup will thicken slightly as it cools.
Transfer any leftovers to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.0 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.3 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 261 mg | 87% | |
| Sodium | 775 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 220.5 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 220.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 198 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
