Do you love a cozy, cafe-style coffee at home?
This brown sugar coffee syrup is going to be your new best friend!
It’s sweet, simple, and turns an ordinary cup of coffee into something amazing. Even better?
It only takes 3 ingredients and about 10 minutes to make.
This syrup reminds me of those fancy coffees I treat myself to at coffee shops—smooth, sweet, with a hint of caramel flavor from the brown sugar.
But now you can make it at home any day of the week (and save a little money, too).
I promise, once you try it, you’ll want to keep a jar of it in your fridge at all times.
What You’ll Need
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pro Tips
- Low heat is key! Simmer the syrup gently to avoid burning the sugar or making it too thick.
- Taste as you go. Add a little extra vanilla if you want more flavor—trust me, it’s delicious.
- Cool completely before storing. Hot syrup in a cold fridge? Not a good idea!
- Make it kid-friendly. Mix this syrup with warm milk for a homemade “brown sugar steamer” kids will love.
- Double the batch. If you drink coffee daily, you’ll fly through this syrup in no time.
Tools You’ll Need
- Small saucepan
- Measuring cups and teaspoons
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Glass jar or bottle for storing the syrup
Substitutions & Variations
- Use dark brown sugar for a deeper, richer caramel flavor.
- Add a cinnamon stick while simmering for a warm, spiced twist.
- Try maple extract instead of vanilla for a maple-flavored syrup.
- Make it sugar-free. Use a brown sugar substitute like Swerve or monk fruit sweetener.
Make Ahead Tips
This syrup stores beautifully in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Make a big batch on the weekend, and you’re set for morning coffee all week long!
How to Make Brown Sugar Coffee Syrup
1. Combine the ingredients in a saucepan.
Add 1 cup of water and 1 cup of packed light brown sugar to a small saucepan.
2. Simmer the mixture.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved. Let it come to a gentle simmer (not a boil), and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
3. Add the vanilla.
Remove the syrup from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Let it cool for a few minutes.
4. Cool and store.
Let the syrup cool completely before pouring it into a clean glass jar or bottle. Store it in the fridge.
Tips for Leftovers & Storage
- Store your brown sugar syrup in a glass jar or bottle with a lid.
- Keep it refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
- If the syrup thickens too much in the fridge, simply warm it slightly or stir in a tiny bit of water to thin it out.
Conclusion
This simple brown sugar coffee syrup is such an easy way to add a little magic to your morning cup of coffee—or even a kid-friendly steamer! I can’t wait for you to try it.
If you do, leave a comment below and let me know how you liked it or how you made it your own!
