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Homemade Maple Syrup

Homemade Maple Syrup
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Craft your own all-natural Homemade Maple Syrup with this simple, quick recipe using pure maple extract, sugars, and optional butter. Enjoy a rich, caramel-flavored syrup perfect for pancakes, baked goods, drinks, and more. Free from preservatives, customizable, and budget-friendly, this syrup brings a warm maple touch to any dish.

Ingredients

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Basic Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon pure maple extract
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather Ingredients and Tools: Measure out the brown sugar, white sugar, water, and maple extract. Prepare a medium saucepan and a whisk for smooth blending.
  2. Combine Sugars and Water: In the saucepan, whisk together the brown sugar, white sugar, and water over medium heat until the sugars fully dissolve and the mixture begins to gently simmer.
  3. Simmer and Thicken: Allow the mixture to simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to a syrupy consistency that coats the back of a spoon.
  4. Add Maple Extract and Butter: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the pure maple extract for authentic maple flavor. Mix in butter if desired, to add richness and a velvety mouthfeel.
  5. Cool and Store: Let the syrup cool to room temperature. Transfer it to a clean jar or bottle for convenient storage and easy pouring.

Notes

  • Keep heat moderate to prevent burning the sugars and ensure smooth syrup.
  • Use high-quality pure maple extract rather than artificial versions for richer flavor.
  • Perform the spoon test: syrup should coat the back of a spoon without dripping off quickly.
  • Syrup thickens more as it cools; wait until fully cooled before judging consistency.
  • Store syrup in glass jars with tight lids to maintain freshness and aesthetics.

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