Buttermilk Syrup
Elevate your breakfast game with this rich and velvety homemade Buttermilk Syrup, a luscious alternative to traditional maple syrup. Made with simple pantry staples like buttermilk, granulated sugar, and unsalted butter, this indulgent syrup transforms into a golden, caramel-like topping with just 15 minutes of effort. The magic happens when baking soda is added, creating a light, airy texture and subtle tang that perfectly complements your favorite pancakes, waffles, or French toast. Infused with warm vanilla and a hint of light corn syrup for added silkiness, this easy-to-make syrup is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Perfect for weekend brunches or everyday mornings, it’s a must-try recipe to sweeten up your breakfast table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, buttermilk, unsalted butter, and light corn syrup.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously until the butter melts and the ingredients are well combined.
Allow the mixture to come to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
Reduce the heat slightly and let the mixture simmer for 2–3 minutes, until it thickens slightly and begins to take on a light golden hue.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the baking soda. The mixture will foam up significantly—this is normal and creates a light, airy texture in the syrup.
Once the foaming subsides, stir in the vanilla extract to add a warm, rich flavor.
Allow the syrup to cool for 5 minutes before serving. The syrup will thicken further as it cools.
Serve warm over pancakes, waffles, or your favorite breakfast treats. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week and reheat before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1237 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.0 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 641 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.6 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 214.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 14 mg | 0% | |
*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.
