Orange Pancake Syrup
Elevate your breakfast game with this luscious homemade Orange Pancake Syrup, bursting with the vibrant flavor of fresh oranges and a touch of vanilla. Made with fresh orange juice, a hint of zesty orange peel, and just the right amount of sweetness, this silky syrup adds a citrusy twist to pancakes, waffles, or French toast. Thickened to perfection with a simple cornstarch slurry and enriched with butter for a velvety finish, it’s a quick and easy recipe that comes together in just 15 minutes. Whether you’re hosting a weekend brunch or indulging in a cozy breakfast at home, this bright and tangy syrup is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh orange juice, orange zest, and granulated sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the orange juice mixture, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to thicken and bubble. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until fully melted and combined.
Allow the syrup to cool slightly before serving. The syrup will thicken further as it cools.
Serve warm or at room temperature over your favorite pancakes, waffles, or French toast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.2 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.9 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 120.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 497 mg | 11% | |
*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.
