Homemade Buttermilk Syrup
This homemade buttermilk syrup is a rich, buttery topping that turns an ordinary breakfast into something special.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- whisk
- measuring cups and spoons
- Ladle
Ingredients
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup butter
- ½ tsp. soda
- ½ tsp. vanilla extract coconut extract or maple flavoring
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine butter, sugar, salt and buttermilk in a medium saucepan.
- Cook over medium high heat until mixture comes to a full rolling boil, stirring occasionally.
- Boil for 1 minute over low heat.
- Remove from heat and add baking soda and vanilla.
- Stir. It will bubble up a little bit after you add the baking soda.
- Ladle hot creamy syrup over pancakes, waffles or french toast and enjoy with a side of fruit
Notes
- Use a medium saucepan to give the syrup room to bubble when the baking soda is added.
- Stir occasionally while bringing the mixture to a rolling boil.
- Only boil for 1 minute after it reaches a full boil to prevent overcooking.
- Remove from heat before adding the baking soda and vanilla. It will bubble up when the baking soda is added.
- The syrup will thicken slightly as it cools.
- Serve warm over pancakes, waffles, or French toast.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week and gently reheat before serving.
