Crème Brûlée Syrup
Caramelized brown sugar creates a rich, velvety syrup with deep toffee notes and a smooth, creamy texture. Sweetened condensed milk adds luscious richness, while vanilla and sea salt balance the sweetness with a delicate caramel finish. Made with simple ingredients, this homemade syrup avoids artificial flavors, colors, and unnecessary preservatives. Preparing it from scratch allows complete control over ingredient quality while creating a flavorful addition to homemade coffee drinks.
4 Cups
5 mins
10 mins
15 mins
Equipment
Saucepan
Spoon
Dry Measuring Cups
Measuring Spoons
Fine Mesh Stainless Steel Strainer
Ingredients
1 Cup of Brown Sugar, Packed
1 Cup of Filtered Water, Warmed
1 1/4 Cups of Sweetened Condensed Milk, 14 Ounces
1/4 Teaspoon of Salt
2 Teaspoons of Vanilla Extract
Instructions
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Heat 1 cup filtered water into a small saucepan over medium low heat for 2 minutes until hot but not boiling. Transfer to a heatproof glass measuring cup and set aside.
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Add 1 cup packed brown sugar to a stainless steel saucepan over medium low heat. Stir continuously for 3 minutes until the sugar softens, becomes glossy, and begins to melt.
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Slowly pour 1 cup warm filtered water into the heated brown sugar while stirring continuously. The mixture may bubble as the water is added.
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Continue stirring over medium low heat for 3 minutes until the brown sugar dissolves completely and the syrup becomes smooth.
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Add 1 1/4 cups sweetened condensed milk and 1/4 teaspoon sea salt. Mixing continuously over low heat for 2 minutes until completely incorporated, creamy, and smooth without allowing the mixture to boil.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Once cooled, stir in 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract until evenly incorporated.
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Pour the syrup through a fine mesh stainless steel strainer into a clean glass mason jar to remove any remaining sugar crystals or lumps.
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Seal the mason jar with its lid and refrigerate until ready to use in coffee, lattes, or homemade cold foam.
Notes
Tips:
Warm the water before adding it to the sugar to help prevent hard clumps
Keep the heat moderate so the brown sugar develops flavor without burning
Allow the syrup to cool before adding vanilla to preserve its delicate aroma
Strain through a fine mesh sieve for a smooth syrup that pours beautifully
Phase:
Luteal Phase- Brown sugar and creamy condensed milk create a rich, satisfying sweetness for comforting homemade drinks.
Season:
Fall- Deep caramelized brown sugar and warm vanilla flavors complement cozy seasonal coffee drinks.
Storage:
Refrigerator- Store the cooled syrup in an airtight glass mason jar for up to 7 days.