Lavender Syrup
If you've ever wondered how to infuse your beverages and dishes with a touch of elegance, look no further than this delightful Lavender Syrup recipe. It’s quick and easy to make and can be used in a variety of different ways.
Servings 16
Calories 48kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup food-grade dried lavender
- optional: violet food coloring
Instructions
- Begin by adding the water, sugar, and dried lavender to a saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat and slowly bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it simmer for about eight minutes. Avoid boiling the mixture to preserve the delicate flavors of the lavender.
- Once the sugar has completely dissolved, turn off the heat and add a lid to your pan. Let the lavender steep in the syrup as it cools down. This will infuse the syrup with the lavender flavor. Allow it to steep for at least 10-15 minutes, or longer if you prefer a stronger lavender taste.
- After the lavender has infused the syrup, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or a piece of cheesecloth to remove the dried lavender buds. Add food coloring if desired.*
- Transfer the strained lavender syrup into a clean, airtight container. You can use a glass bottle or a jar with a lid. Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Notes
The addition of violet gel food coloring is entirely optional, and the syrup will taste just as delicious without it. However, if you want to add an elegant touch of color to your Lavender Syrup, the violet gel food coloring is a simple and effective way to achieve that.
To add the food coloring, dip a toothpick into the gel coloring and swirl it into the syrup. Adjust the amount of coloring according to your desired shade of purple. Remember that a little goes a long way with gel food coloring.
Nutrition
Calories: 48kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 0.3mg | Sugar: 12g | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.01mg