A rich and fragrant maple syrup enhanced with the warm, aromatic flavor of real vanilla bean. Perfect for pancakes, waffles, coffee, or cocktails.
Maple Vanilla Syrup
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A rich and fragrant maple syrup enhanced with the warm, aromatic flavor of real vanilla bean. Perfect for pancakes, waffles, coffee, or cocktails.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Servings
10
Diet
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Ingredients
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servings
Scales easily; larger batches take a few extra minutes to dissolve and come to a simmer.
- 1.0 cup (240.0 ml)pure maple syrup
- ½ cup (120.0 ml)water
- 1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped
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Instructions
- Combine the maple syrup and water in a small saucepan.
- Add the split vanilla bean pod and the scraped seeds to the saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it begins to simmer.
- Reduce heat to low and let the syrup simmer gently for 8–10 minutes to infuse the vanilla flavor without boiling vigorously.
- Remove from heat and let the syrup cool slightly with the vanilla pod still in it for an additional 10 minutes to deepen the flavor.
- Remove the vanilla bean pod.
- Pour the syrup into a clean glass jar or bottle and let it cool completely before storing.
- Store in the refrigerator and shake well before each use.
Tips
- Use a vanilla bean rather than extract for a more natural and intense vanilla aroma.
- Sweeten light or medium maple syrup varieties for subtlety or use darker maple syrup for richer, deeper flavor.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make maple vanilla syrup?
Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes about 1 1/2 cups (360 ml).
How should I store maple vanilla syrup?
Store the maple vanilla syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Shake before each use.
Can I make maple vanilla syrup ahead?
The syrup can be made several days ahead and stored refrigerated.
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.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 10 servings this recipe makes.
95
Calories / serving
0.0g
Fat
24.7g
Carbs
0.0g
Protein
24.7g
Sugar
Whole recipe (10 servings): ~950 cal · 0g fat · 247g carbs · 0g protein · 247g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 95 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
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- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 13 min·0.7 mi·~1300 steps
- Moderate cycling 10 min·2.0 mi
- Swimming laps 13 min
- Jogging 9 min·0.8 mi·~1450 steps
- Stair climbing 9 min·~800 steps
- Dancing 15 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 10 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 22 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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