Apple Syrup

Oct 9, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Apple cider reduced with light brown sugar and a cinnamon stick into a concentrated, cider-forward syrup for apple lattes, chai and pancakes.

Prep 5 min

Cook 25 min

Total 30 min

Servings 8

Diet Dairy free, Gluten free, Vegan

Ingredients

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2.0 cups (480.0 ml)apple cider (unfiltered)
½ cup (107.0 g)light brown sugar, packed
1.0 (3.0 g)cinnamon stick (3-inch)
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)fresh lemon juice
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Combine the cider, brown sugar and cinnamon stick in a wide saucepan.
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
Reduce to a steady simmer and cook until reduced to about 1 cup, 20 to 25 minutes; pour it into a measuring cup to check.
Remove the cinnamon stick, then stir in the lemon juice, vanilla and salt.
Cool (it thickens as it cools) and refrigerate in a clean jar.

Tips

Use fresh, unfiltered apple cider rather than apple juice for the deepest apple flavor.
A wide pan reduces faster; keep an eye on it near the end so it doesn't scorch.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make apple syrup?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes about 1 cup (8 servings).

How should I store apple syrup?

Refrigerate in an airtight jar for up to 2 weeks.

Can I make apple syrup ahead?

Make it up to 2 weeks ahead.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Is this recipe vegan?

Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as chocolate, sprinkles and plant butter are labeled vegan.

Apple cider reduced with light brown sugar and a cinnamon stick into a concentrated, cider-forward syrup for apple lattes, chai and pancakes.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 8 servings this recipe makes.

81 Calories / serving

0.1g Fat

20.0g Carbs

0.1g Protein

19.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (8 servings): ~648 cal · 1g fat · 160g carbs · 1g protein · 154g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 81 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 15 min·0.9 mi·~1750 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 11 min·0.6 mi·~1100 steps
Moderate cycling 8 min·1.6 mi
Swimming laps 11 min
Jogging 8 min·0.7 mi·~1300 steps
Stair climbing 7 min·~650 steps
Dancing 13 min
Bodyweight circuit training 8 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 19 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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