2-Ingredient Orange Simple Syrup in 10 Minutes
2-ingredient orange simple syrup adds a citrusy sweet touch to any drink, baked goods or even frosting! Plus it only requires 10 minutes. It is the perfect fresh splash to take your drink hour and desserts to the next level...
Servings: 16 T
Calories: 52kcal
Cost: $1
Ingredients
- 1 C water
- 1 C sugar
- 1 large orange
Instructions
- Add 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar to a pan and whisk well
- Add 1 sliced orange
- Bring to a boil whisking occasionally then remove from heat (for more robust flavor, allow to steep for 30 minutes)
- Pour syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a glass bottle, making sure to push down the pulp as you strain
Notes
It can be stored at room temperature or in the refrigerator, whichever you prefer. You can use a glass or plastic container just be sure it is cooled before pouring in if you are going to use plastic.
It does not need to be refrigerated. It handles well at room temperature.
You can keep it for 1-2 weeks at room temperature or about 1 month in the refrigerator. Once it starts to get cloudy or discolored, it is no longer good.
Nutrition
Serving: 1T | Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg