Description
Silky coffee syrup weaves Italian culinary magic through desserts and breakfast classics. Drizzled over pancakes or mixed into cocktails, this rich liquid brings sweet espresso intensity to countless recipes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 g (8.8 oz) brown sugar
- 250 ml (8.5 fl oz) strong black coffee
- 0.5–1 tsp (2.5–5 ml) vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Sugar Dissolution: In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar and freshly brewed coffee over a low flame, whisking meticulously to ensure complete sugar integration without caramelization.
- Flavor Enhancement: Remove pan from heat and incorporate pure vanilla extract, stirring delicately to distribute aromatic essence throughout the liquid mixture.
- Cooling and Straining: Allow syrup to cool naturally to ambient temperature, then position a fine-mesh strainer over a sanitized glass container and carefully transfer the liquid, eliminating potential sediment.
- Storage and Preservation: Seal the container securely, refrigerate, and gently shake before each use to maintain optimal flavor and uniform texture for up to four weeks.
Notes
- Prevent Sugar Burning: Maintain low heat and whisk constantly to dissolve sugar without caramelizing, ensuring a smooth, clear syrup texture.
- Vanilla Integration Technique: Add vanilla extract after removing from heat to preserve delicate aromatic compounds and prevent flavor degradation.
- Storage Optimization: Use a clean, sterilized glass container and refrigerate immediately to extend syrup shelf life up to four weeks.
- Shake Before Use: Always gently mix the syrup before serving to restore its consistent texture and redistribute any settled ingredients.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 67 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 67 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg