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Vanilla Bean Syrup

27 April, 2020 by Tara 10 Comments

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A recipe for Homemade Vanilla Bean Syrup! With simply sugar, vanilla beans (or vanilla extract), and water, you can make your own vanilla syrup in less than 20 minutes to flavor coffee and other favorite drinks.

Vanilla Bean Syrup in a glass container on a blue and white wavy tray.

I recently ran out of flavored syrup for my coffee and took the opportunity to try making my own. This was also the perfect way to use up a couple of vanilla beans that were starting to dry out. I’m so happy with the results!

Granulated sugar, light brown sugar, water, and scraped out vanilla beans are simmered for 10-15 minutes to create a slightly thickened, flavorful syrup. After removing from heat, allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, discard the vanilla pods, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. 

I made the syrup using the vanilla beans I had on hand, but you can also swap for vanilla extract in a pinch. If using the extract, wait until after the sugar has dissolved and the pot is removed from heat before it mixing into the liquid (about 4-6 teaspoons).

Vanilla Bean Syrup in a glass container next to a latte decorated with a koala bear.

I have been using this Vanilla Bean Syrup to flavor lattes, but it is also delicious in cocktails, lemonade, cream sodas, and other drinks. For 1 cup of coffee, I add about 1-2 tablespoons of syrup. Adjust as needed to taste.

I personally like the addition of brown sugar to add an extra depth and richness to the syrup, but you can also stick straight to granulated sugar. Add 2 cups of the granulated sugar for 2 cups of water. This will create a lighter color.

This recipe makes about 2 1/4 cups of Vanilla Bean Syrup. It can easily be halved to yield a little over a cup (best if making for 1-2 people).

Looking for more recipes featuring vanilla?

Try my Vanilla Bean Frozen Yogurt Drops, Vanilla Bean Buttermilk Pie, and Vanilla Bean Caramel Sauce.

Close up of Vanilla Bean Syrup in a glass container next to a metal pitcher and a split vanilla bean.

Vanilla Bean Syrup Recipe

Adapted from My Baking Addiction

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Vanilla Bean Syrup

A recipe for Homemade Vanilla Bean Syrup! With only sugar, vanilla beans (or vanilla extract), and water, you can make your own vanilla syrup to flavor coffee or other favorite drinks.
Course Drinks
Cuisine N/A
Keyword beverage, drink, simple syrup, syrup, vanilla, vanilla bean
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 1/4 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 vanilla beans or 4-6 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and water. Split the vanilla beans and scrap the seeds into the pan. Whisk to combine and add the pods (if using vanilla extract, do not add until after simmering the syrup).
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook, whisking occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the liquid is starting to thicken slightly, 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat (if using vanilla extract, stir in at this point) and allow to cool to room temperature. Discard the pods, transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
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  1. Jessica Formicola

    27 April, 2020 at 10:05 am

    I love vanilla ANYthing, and this vanilla bean syrup would be great in my morning coffee! Definitely making up a batch of it this week!

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  2. Alina | Cooking Journey Blog

    27 April, 2020 at 10:42 am

    This is so versatile from using for breakfast pancakes to making a gift for Mother’s Day! Thanks for sharing your recipe.

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  3. Pam Greer

    27 April, 2020 at 10:45 am

    We love this easy and delicious syrup in coffee and cocktails! It’s great in a mint julep!

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  4. Anita

    27 April, 2020 at 11:03 am

    I love how easy it is to make this syrup. And it makes my morning coffee so much more delicious.

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  5. Mayuri Patel

    27 April, 2020 at 11:30 am

    I’ve got some vanilla beans…better check if they haven’t dried out. This is a good idea to make a syrup using the vanilla beans. Sounds good to add it to lemonade.. a different flavor altogether. I guess could even drizzle the syrup over pancakes???

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  6. Beth

    11 April, 2021 at 12:32 pm

    5 stars
    My husband and I are coffee connoisseurs so we just love this. It is so easy to whip up and we store it in our fridge and enjoy it throughout the week.

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  7. Lima Ekram

    11 April, 2021 at 9:06 pm

    5 stars
    Good vanilla is so expensive – cant wait to make my own now!

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  8. veenaazmanov

    11 April, 2021 at 9:25 pm

    5 stars
    Homemade is the best always. This is so quick and easy and perfect for all my awesome recipes.

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  9. Jacq

    12 April, 2021 at 1:17 am

    5 stars
    Fab recipe! Vanilla is my favourite. Vanilla syrup is amazing on fresh pancakes!

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  10. Kristina Tipps

    12 April, 2021 at 3:38 am

    5 stars
    I love this as a more natural way to sweeten coffee and limit all of my trips to the coffee shop. I can’t wait to use it!

    Reply

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