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Brown Sugar Cinnamon Simple Syrup

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Elevate your beverages with the rich warmth of homemade Brown Sugar Cinnamon Simple Syrup. Combining the sweetness of brown sugar with the comforting spice of cinnamon, this syrup adds a subtle, natural sweetness to your favorite drinks. Whether stirred into coffee for a morning treat or added to cocktails for a simple twist, this simple syrup brings a touch of fall flavor to every sip.
Servings: 1 cup
Total Time: 50 minutes
brown sugar cinnamon simple syrup in a glass container.

The basis for great fall cocktails, mocktails, and coffee drinks is a little simple syrup. Making your own is easy and allows you to get creative with flavors and sweetness. Our recipe for brown sugar cinnamon simple syrup is a key ingredient in our apple cider whiskey sours.

brown sugar cinnamon simple syrup in a glass container.

Key Ingredients and Substitutions


It takes 3 ingredients and about 25 minutes to make brown sugar simple syrup.

In the printable recipe below, you can find a complete list of ingredients and measurements.

  • Brown Sugar: When making brown sugar simple syrup, you can use either light brown sugar or dark brown sugar, depending on your flavor preferences and the desired richness of the syrup. Both types of brown sugar are made by adding molasses to refined white sugar, with dark brown sugar containing more molasses than light brown sugar.
    • Light Brown Sugar has a milder flavor and is often used when a subtle caramel note is desired without overpowering other flavors. Light brown sugar is a good choice if you want a more neutral sweetness in your simple syrup.
    • Dark Brown Sugar has a stronger, more intense molasses flavor due to the higher molasses content. Dark brown sugar can add a deeper, more robust taste to your simple syrup. It’s a great option if you want a richer and more complex sweetness.
  • Cinnamon Sticks: We prefer to use cinnamon sticks to make simple syrup since they can be easily removed and don’t leave a residue or grittiness in the syrup that ground cinnamon can leave if not filtered well. If you only have ground cinnamon available, you can still use it, but be sure to strain the syrup thoroughly to remove any residue. Adjust the quantity based on your taste preferences and the potency of the cinnamon you’re using.
ingredients for brown sugar cinnamon simple syrup.

How to Make Brown Sugar Cinnamon Simple Syrup


Here are the quick step-by-step instructions with visuals; you can find the full instructions with the exact ingredients in the recipe card below.
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Pro-tip: To enhance the depth and complexity of the cinnamon flavor in your brown sugar cinnamon simple syrup, consider toasting the cinnamon sticks before adding them to the syrup. Toasting cinnamon helps release the essential oils and intensifies the spice’s aroma.

  1. Make the Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the water, brown sugar, and cinnamon sticks. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Once the sugar is dissolved, let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  2. Let the Simple Syrup Cool: Remove from simple syrup from the heat and allow it to cool. Once it has cooled, strain out the cinnamon sticks. Transfer the simple syrup into a bottle or jar, using a funnel if needed.
brown sugar simple syrup in a saucepan with cinnamon sticks.

How to Use Brown Sugar Cinnamon Simple Syrup


Using brown sugar cinnamon simple syrup is a delicious way to infuse warmth and sweetness into a variety of beverages and dishes.

  • In cocktails: Add it to your favorite cocktails like an Old Fashioned or Whiskey Sour and turn them into festive holiday-inspired drinks.
  • In coffee or tea: Drizzle the syrup into your coffee or tea, creating a comforting beverage that perfectly complements the season.
  • In desserts: Drizzle it over pancakes, waffles, French toast, crêpes, ice cream, or a fall-inspired milkshake.
  • In glazes: Use brown sugar cinnamon simple syrup to make a glaze for chicken, pork, or vegetables.

Recipe Tips and Notes


  • The brown sugar cinnamon simple syrup can be stored in an airtight bottle or jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is dissolved. Do not let the mixture boil, as this will cause the sugar to crystallize.
  • If you want a thicker syrup, use twice as much brown sugar as water. If you want a lighter syrup, use two-thirds of the amount of brown sugar and water.

Frequently Asked Questions


What is cinnamon dolce made of?

Starbucks cinnamon dolce syrup is made using cinnamon sticks, brown sugar, and white cane sugar. Brown sugar cinnamon simple syrup only uses brown sugar.

More Syrup and Sauce Recipes to Try


Skip the store-bought and give these homemade sauce and syrup recipes a taste. Try these other favorites:

  • Strawberry Simple Syrup – With just 3 ingredients you can make your own strawberry simple syrup to flavor your favorite cocktail or drink.
  • Orange Cranberry Sauce – ready in 15 minutes and flavored with orange juice and orange zest, this cranberry sauce is a must on your Thanksgiving table.

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brown sugar cinnamon simple syrup in a glass container.

Brown Sugar Cinnamon Simple Syrup

Posted by Melissa
Elevate your beverages with the rich warmth of homemade Brown Sugar Cinnamon Simple Syrup. Combining the sweetness of brown sugar with the comforting spice of cinnamon, this syrup adds a subtle, natural sweetness to your favorite drinks. Whether stirred into coffee for a morning treat or added to cocktails for a simple twist, this simple syrup brings a touch of fall flavor to every sip.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Foundational Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 1 cup
Calories 141 kcal

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Ingredients  

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cinnamon sticks

Instructions 

  • In a small saucepan, combine water, brown sugar, and cinnamon sticks.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Once the sugar is dissolved, let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool.
  • Once cooled, strain out the cinnamon sticks.

Notes

1. Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. The nutritional value will vary based on the type and amounts of ingredients used. It does not include the nutrition for any substitutions or additions.
2. Be sure to check out the Key Ingredients along with the Recipe Tips and Notes sections found in the post, for more tips, options, substitutions, and variations for this recipe! You will also find step-by-step photos.
Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 3.5IU | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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