Pumpkin Spice Syrup
A recipe for homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup! Pumpkin puree and spices are simmered with sugar and water to create a warming, comforting addition to fall-themed drinks.
Servings 2 1/4 cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (200 grams) light brown sugar
- 2 cups (470 milliliters) water
- 1/4 cup (60 grams) pure pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) vanilla bean paste
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 1/2 inch (4 centimeter) piece fresh ginger roughly chopped
- 8 cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, water, pumpkin puree, and vanilla bean paste.
- Add the cinnamon sticks, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Cook, whisking occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the liquid is starting to thicken slightly, 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from heat, cover, and allow to steep for 30 minutes.
- Strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer and discard the spices.
- Cool completely to room temperature, then transfer the syrup to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to a week.