Homemade Maple Syrup Alternative Recipe

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Homemade Maple Syrup Alternative Recipe

When it comes to "What is a substitute for maple syrup?", homemade maple syrup is a great option for those on a budget and who have no time to run to the grocery. That said, let me share with you my maple syrup recipe.

Prep Time3

Cook Time10

Total Time13

Course: Sauce

Cuisine: American, Western

Servings: small jar

Calories: 936kcal

Author: Val

Equipment

Saucepan
Whisk
Small glass jar with a lid

Ingredients

1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup of water
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
½ teaspoon maple extract or vanilla extract
1 pinch salt

Instructions

Place the water and brown sugar in your large saucepan and whisk them together.
Turn your stove on and set it to medium heat.
Allow the solution to boil for five to eight minutes or until the mixture starts to coat the back part of your spoon.
Set the heat to low.
Add the butter, a pinch of salt, and maple extract (or vanilla extract) into the mix.
Mix gently until you have a homogenous, smooth syrup.Transfer to a glass jar and allow to cool.
Seal tightly and place in your refrigerator.

Notes

This sweet maple syrup substitute has a shelf life of one year.

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