Coffee Syrup

Oct 3, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A small glass bottle of coffee syrup with a pour spout, beside an iced latte sweetened with it

A rich coffee syrup made with brewed coffee, sugar, and real vanilla bean for natural depth. Perfect for sweetening and flavoring coffee, cocktails, and desserts.

Prep 5 min

Cook 15 min

Total 20 min

Servings 12

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Ingredients

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servings

1.0 cup (240.0 ml)strong brewed coffee
1.0 cup (200.0 g)granulated sugar
1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Brew 1 cup (240 ml) of strong coffee using your preferred method and measure precisely.
In a small saucepan, combine the brewed coffee, granulated sugar, and the scraped seeds plus the pod of 1 vanilla bean.
Add a pinch of fine sea salt to balance the flavors.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar completely.
Reduce the heat to low and let the syrup simmer gently for about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and discard the vanilla bean pod.
Let the syrup cool to room temperature; it will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer the syrup to a clean jar or bottle and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Use the syrup to sweeten coffee drinks, drizzle over desserts, or mix into cocktails.

Tips

Use a whole vanilla bean instead of extract for a more natural, richer vanilla flavor in the syrup.
Store the syrup refrigerated in a sealed container to keep it fresh and maintain its flavor.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make coffee syrup?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes about 1 1/2 cups (360 ml).

How should I store coffee syrup?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Warm gently before using if it thickens too much.

Can I make coffee syrup ahead?

The syrup can be made up to 2 weeks in advance and stored chilled.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped. 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.

A rich coffee syrup made with brewed coffee, sugar, and real vanilla bean for natural depth. Perfect for sweetening and flavoring coffee, cocktails, and desserts.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 12 servings this recipe makes.

65 Calories / serving

0.0g Fat

16.7g Carbs

0.0g Protein

16.7g Sugar

Whole recipe (12 servings): ~780 cal · 0g fat · 200g carbs · 0g protein · 200g sugar

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

Per serving · 65 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 12 min·0.7 mi·~1400 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 9 min·0.5 mi·~900 steps
Moderate cycling 7 min·1.4 mi
Swimming laps 9 min
Jogging 6 min·0.5 mi·~950 steps
Stair climbing 6 min·~550 steps
Dancing 11 min
Bodyweight circuit training 7 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 15 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.