Lavender Syrup
Delicately fragrant and irresistibly versatile, homemade Lavender Syrup is the perfect way to elevate your favorite beverages and desserts with a hint of floral charm. Featuring dried culinary lavender, a touch of lemon zest for brightness, and a splash of vanilla extract for depth, this simple syrup delivers a harmonious balance of sweet and aromatic flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy recipe involves simmering and steeping to extract the full essence of the ingredients, resulting in a beautifully infused syrup. Perfect for stirring into teas, lemonades, or cocktails, or drizzling over pancakes and ice cream, this lavender syrup is a must-have for anyone looking to add a touch of elegance to their culinary creations. Crafted from pantry staples, it’s as easy to make as it is delightful to enjoy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
Add 2 tablespoons of dried culinary lavender and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest to the saucepan.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture steep for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to fully infuse.
Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean jar or bottle to remove the lavender buds and lemon zest.
Stir in 0.5 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined.
Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature before sealing the jar or bottle with a lid.
Store the lavender syrup in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to two weeks.
Use the syrup to add a delightful floral flavor to teas, lemonades, cocktails, or desserts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
779 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.0 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 200.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 89 mg | 2% | |
*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.
