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Jalapeño Simple Syrup

Spice Up Your Drinks with Homemade Jalapeño Simple Syrup

This Jalapeño Simple Syrup elevates your drinks with a perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Syrup
  • 1 cup Water forms the base of the syrup
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar adds sweetness; can swap with agave nectar
  • ⅓ cup Sliced Jalapeños adjust to control heat level

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • heatproof bowl or mason jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring until it comes to a gentle boil, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Add ⅓ cup of sliced jalapeños to the boiling mixture. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Remove from heat and pour the syrup into a heatproof bowl or jar. Allow it to cool at room temperature for about 20-30 minutes.
  4. Seal in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one month.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 1mg

Notes

Check freshness before use, especially if jalapeño slices are kept in the syrup, as this will intensify the flavor over time.

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