Chilly season is coming and that means we are all in need of some warm drinks. I have been testing a couple of syrups to flavor coffee and have enjoyed them so far. I will definitely be trying some more. These syrups can be used for your coffee, teas, cakes, pancake or anything you need to sweeten up.
Fig Leaf Syrup
This summer, I stumbled across other uses of figs and one of them was to make a fig leaf syrup. The flavor is a bit like vanilla and coconut. To make this syrup, you will need about 4 fig leaves. Rinse and clean the leaves and place in a 350 degree oven to toast. Once the leaves are toasted.
In a sauce pan use 2 cup of water and 2 cup of sugar. Bring to a boil and add the fig leaves. Turn off heat and allow the leaves to infuse until the syrup is cooled. This will last about 2-4 weeks. I stored mine with the leaves to allow the flavors to intensify.
Spiced Apple Syrup
If you like Pumpkin spiced coffee, you will like this recipe. It a bit tart but has a nice spiced flavor. This recipe was created by Morgan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75KTg-Osn8c. She has amazing recipes.
For this recipe you will need apple cider, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom pods and brown sugar.
Bring everything to a boil in a sauce pan and simmer for about 5-7 minutes. Allow to cool and remove the spices.
I found this syrup tangy and sweet and just the right amount of spice. It was perfect in my latte. Enjoy
Fig Leaf Syrup
- 4 fig leaves
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups sugar
Wash the fig leaves and place on a tray. Toast in a 350 degree oven the fig leaves until the leaves curl and are crisp. This will take about 10-15 minutes.
Boil the water and syrup in a sauce pan. Add the fig leaves and turn off the heat. Allow the fig leaves to infuse in the syrup. Cool to room temperature and store in an airtight container in the fridge. You can remove the leaves if you want. This syrup will last about 2-4 weeks.
Spiced Apple Syrup
- 3/4 cup apple cider or apple juice
- 1 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 20 cloves
- 6-7 green cardamom pods
- 1/4 tsp salt
Add everything to a sauce pan and simmer for 5-7 minutes. Allow to cool. Remove spices and store in an airtight container in the fridge. This syrup will last about 2-4 weeks.
You can add these syrups to your coffee, tea, cakes or pancakes or anything you need to sweeten up. Enjoy.
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