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Coconut Syrup for Coffee, Drinks, and More Recipe

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  • Author: lilan
  • Total Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Yield: About 1 to 1¼ cups of syrup 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This homemade Coconut Syrup is a luscious, naturally flavored sweetener perfect for enhancing coffee, cocktails, and a variety of beverages. Made by infusing unsweetened coconut flakes in a simple sugar syrup, it delivers a tropical twist with a rich coconut aroma and mildly sweet taste, easily made on the stovetop with just three basic ingredients.

Ingredients

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For the Coconut Syrup

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a small or medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup of water, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 cup of unsweetened coconut flakes over medium-high heat until fully mixed.
  2. Simmer Mixture: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and maintain it for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar and allow the coconut flavor to infuse into the syrup.
  3. Infuse Flavor: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the syrup sit for 10-15 minutes so the coconut flakes can impart maximum flavor to the liquid.
  4. Strain Syrup: Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the syrup to separate and remove the coconut flakes, resulting in a smooth, clear syrup.
  5. Cool and Store: Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature. Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate. The syrup will keep well for up to 2 weeks in the fridge.
  6. Use in Recipes: Add this versatile coconut syrup to coffee, cocktails, tea, or any recipe that calls for a sweet coconut flavor.

Notes

  • Use unsweetened coconut flakes to control the sweetness and flavor balance.
  • Adjust the simmer time slightly if you desire a thicker or more concentrated syrup.
  • Store syrup refrigerated in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.
  • Shake or stir syrup before each use, as natural settling may occur.
  • This syrup can be used as a vegan and dairy-free sweetener alternative.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Syrup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: International

Keywords: coconut syrup, homemade syrup, coffee syrup, coconut flakes, coconut flavor, sweetener, vegan syrup, drink syrup

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