Brown Sugar Vanilla Syrup Recipe – Step-by-Step Guide

Ingredients:

• 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
• 1 cup water
• 1–2 tsp vanilla extract (or one vanilla bean)

Steps:

1. Combine Ingredients:  Add 1 cup brown sugar and 1 cup water to a small saucepan.
2. Heat and Stir: Warm over medium heat, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves (do not boil vigorously).
3. Add Vanilla: Remove from heat. Stir in 1–2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, or steep a split vanilla bean in the hot syrup for extra depth.

Cool and Store:

• Let the syrup cool completely.
• Pour into a clean glass bottle or jar and store in the fridge for 2–3 weeks.

Use this syrup in coffee, tea, cocktails, or pancakes.