Homemade Vanilla Simple Syrup
This homemade vanilla simple syrup is rich, smooth, and aromatic—perfect for sweetening lattes, teas, mocktails, baked goods, and more. Made with just three natural ingredients, it’s a clean, non-toxic alternative to store-bought syrups and free of preservatives, artificial flavors, and oils.
Vanilla, Simple Syrup
Simple Syrup, vanilla
1 Cup
5 mins
5 mins
10 mins
Ingredients
1 Cup of Filtered Water
1 Cup of Organic Cane Sugar
1 Tablespoon of Vanilla Extract or Vanilla Bean Paste
Instructions
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Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat.
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Whisk constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved (about 3–4 minutes).
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Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract — OR — add both the seeds and pod of a vanilla bean to the pan and steep for 10 minutes.
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If using a vanilla bean, strain the syrup into a clean glass jar to remove solids.
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Let cool completely before sealing and storing in the refrigerator.
Notes
- If using a vanilla bean, you can reuse the pod in homemade extract or infuse another batch of syrup.
- Adjust the sugar-to-water ratio (e.g., 2:1) if you want a thicker, more concentrated syrup.
- Use in coffee, iced lattes, whipped cream, oatmeal, chia puddings, and glazes.
- Shake before each use if using real vanilla bean—settling is natural.
Phase Friendly:
- Luteal Phase & Menstrual Phase: Comforting and grounding, pairs well with warm drinks and supports serotonin production.
- Can be used in small amounts across all phases for flavoring.
Season:
- Fall and Winter (warming and cozy), but versatile year-round
Shelf Life:
- Up to 3 weeks refrigerated in a sealed glass container
- If made with a sterilized jar and kept cold, can last up to 1 month
- Do not store at room temperature—natural syrups can ferment over time