Irresistibly Creamy Homemade Butter Syrup Recipe in 15 Minutes

This Homemade Butter Syrup Recipe is a game changer for brunch with rich, creamy goodness ready in just 15 minutes.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Resting Time 4

Total Time 19

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Sauces

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Syrup

1 cup Butter can be substituted with plant-based butter for a dairy-free version
1 cup Sugar consider using brown sugar for a deeper flavor
1 cup Milk regular milk is ideal, but buttermilk offers a delightful tang
1/2 cup Honey choose any honey type, lighter varieties work best
1 teaspoon Baking Soda essential for creating a foamy texture, do not replace with baking powder
1 teaspoon Almond Extract pure extract yields the best results, but vanilla can be a tasty swap

Optional Toppings

to taste Cinnamon for an autumn twist
to taste Chopped Nuts for added crunch on pancakes or waffles

Equipment

2.5-quart saucepan

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

In a 2.5-quart saucepan, add 1 cup of butter, 1 cup of sugar, 1 cup of milk, and ½ cup of honey. Place over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally for 3-5 minutes until melted and combined.
Continue to stir as you heat the mixture until it boils fully, which takes about 5 minutes.
Once boiling, set a timer for exactly 2 minutes and let boil without stirring.
Remove from heat and whisk in 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of almond extract.
Allow to rest for 3-4 minutes in the saucepan.
Transfer to a heat-safe container if not serving immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 weeks; it will thicken as it cools. Reheat gently before use.

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