Honey Syrup

Sep 13, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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

A smooth honey syrup enhanced with pure vanilla extract, perfect for sweetening coffee, tea, cocktails, or desserts with natural floral richness.

Prep 5 min

Cook 10 min

Total 15 min

Servings 8

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Ingredients

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servings

½ cup (170.0 g)honey
½ cup (120.0 ml)water
½ cup (100.0 g)granulated sugar
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Combine the honey, water, and granulated sugar in a small saucepan.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar fully dissolves and the syrup is smooth.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes without boiling vigorously to slightly thicken the syrup.
Remove from heat and stir in the pure vanilla extract.
Let the syrup cool to room temperature before transferring it to a clean jar or bottle.
Store in the refrigerator and shake gently before each use.

Tips

Use mild-flavored honey for a balanced sweetness that doesn't overpower the vanilla.
Add the vanilla extract off heat to preserve its aromatic flavor.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make honey syrup?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes about 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) honey syrup.

How should I store honey syrup?

Keep refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 2 weeks. Gently warm or stir before using if the syrup thickens in the fridge.

Can I make honey syrup ahead?

Prepare the syrup up to one week in advance and store refrigerated.

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.

A smooth honey syrup enhanced with pure vanilla extract, perfect for sweetening coffee, tea, cocktails, or desserts with natural floral richness.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 8 servings this recipe makes.

115 Calories / serving

0.0g Fat

30.0g Carbs

0.1g Protein

30.0g Sugar

Whole recipe (8 servings): ~920 cal · 0g fat · 240g carbs · 1g protein · 240g sugar

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

Per serving · 115 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 22 min·1.3 mi·~2550 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 16 min·0.8 mi·~1600 steps
Moderate cycling 12 min·2.4 mi
Swimming laps 16 min
Jogging 11 min·0.9 mi·~1750 steps
Stair climbing 11 min·~1000 steps
Dancing 19 min
Bodyweight circuit training 12 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 27 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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