Easiest Pancake Syrup
Transform your breakfast game with the "Easiest Pancake Syrup," a quick and fuss-free homemade recipe that’s perfect for pancakes, waffles, or French toast. Made with pantry staples like granulated sugar, brown sugar, and a splash of vanilla, this syrup comes together in just 10 minutes from start to finish. A touch of butter lends richness, while a pinch of salt balances the sweetness, creating a perfectly smooth and flavorful topping everyone will love. Simmered to perfection, this syrup thickens beautifully as it cools and can be stored for up to a week. Say goodbye to store-bought and indulge in the homemade goodness of this easy, budget-friendly breakfast essential!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and water.
Heat the mixture over medium heat while stirring continuously until the sugars are fully dissolved.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and allow it to simmer for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, butter, and a pinch of salt.
Continue stirring until the butter has fully melted and the syrup is smooth.
Let the syrup cool slightly before serving. It will thicken as it cools.
Serve warm over pancakes, waffles, or French toast. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1533 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.0 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 335 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 342.6 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 341.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 208 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.
