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Homemade Buttermilk Syrup Recipe

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This Homemade Buttermilk Syrup is a rich, creamy, and tangy syrup perfect for drizzling over pancakes, waffles, French toast, crepes, or bread pudding. Made with simple pantry ingredients including buttermilk, sugar, and butter, this syrup combines smooth sweetness with a hint of tang, complemented by a touch of vanilla. The baking soda addition creates a light, foamy texture that enhances the syrup’s luxurious mouthfeel. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a delightful homemade alternative to store-bought syrups.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into 4 chunks
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (or coconut extract, or almond extract)

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: Add granulated sugar, buttermilk, unsalted butter, and salt to a large 3-quart saucepan. Stir to combine evenly.
  2. Heat and Boil: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently as the mixture heats to prevent burning and to dissolve the sugar. Bring the mixture to a full boil.
  3. Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Allow the syrup to simmer gently for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to maintain smoothness and prevent sticking.
  4. Add Baking Soda and Extract: Remove the saucepan from heat. Immediately whisk in the baking soda and your choice of vanilla extract (or coconut or almond extract). The syrup will bubble up and foam significantly due to a chemical reaction—use a large saucepan to avoid spillage.
  5. Adjust Foam and Serve: Serve the syrup while it is still foamy for a delightful texture. For less foam, whisk the syrup vigorously for about 30 seconds. Pour warm over your favorite breakfast or dessert dishes such as pancakes, French toast, crepes, waffles, or bread pudding.

Notes

  • Using a large saucepan is important to accommodate the foaming reaction when adding baking soda.
  • The syrup can be flavored with vanilla extract or alternatively with coconut or almond extracts to customize taste.
  • Store leftover syrup in the refrigerator and gently reheat before serving.
  • Stir frequently during heating to avoid burning the sugar at the bottom of the pan.
  • This syrup is best served warm for optimal texture and flavor.

Find it online: https://marthatasty.com/homemade-buttermilk-syrup-recipe/