Elegant French Vanilla Coffee Syrup

Elegant French Vanilla Coffee Syrup creates a rich, creamy coffeehouse flavor with simple pantry ingredients. Its smooth vanilla taste and subtle caramel notes pair perfectly with hot coffee, iced drinks, tea, milk, and desserts while storing beautifully for everyday use.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Course beverage, Condiment

Cuisine American

Servings 18 servings

Calories 46 kcal

Equipment

Medium saucepan
whisk
Measuring cups
Measuring Spoons
Wooden Spoon
Fine-mesh strainer
funnel
Glass Bottle or Jar

Ingredients

French Vanilla Syrup

1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water
1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
1 tsp vanilla bean paste optional
1 tbsp light brown sugar for subtle caramel flavor
1 pinch salt optional

Instructions

Combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, and water in a saucepan. Stir constantly over medium heat until everything dissolves completely.
Simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes. The syrup should remain clear and lightly thickened without browning.
Remove from the heat. Stir in vanilla extract, vanilla bean paste, and salt until fully blended.
Cool until warm. The finished syrup should coat a spoon lightly while pouring smoothly.
Transfer into a clean bottle or jar using a funnel. Refrigerate before serving for the best flavor.
Use 1 to 2 tablespoons in coffee, espresso, tea, milk, or dessert recipes. Stir thoroughly before enjoying.

Notes

For a softer, lighter syrup, reduce simmering slightly. Simmer an extra minute for a richer consistency without caramelizing. Chill thoroughly before serving cold beverages. Handle carefully when assembling iced drinks to preserve flavor balance. Customize with almond or hazelnut extract. Store refrigerated in a sealed container for up to one month and shake before each use.

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