Homemade Maple Syrup

If you have 30 minutes to spare, then you too can make delicious homemade maple syrup and the family will be thanking you for it. With its smooth and rich maple flavors, this recipe is easy to follow with only 6 ingredients. You can make a buttermilk version as well. This delicious recipe was posted by Jamielyn Nye, I Heart Naptime, on Pinterest.
Servings: 24 yield(s)
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Ingredients
  • 2 cup granulated sugar (1701 grams baker's measure)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (227 grams baker's measure, I used light brown sugar)
  • 1/4 cup honey (57 grams baker's measure, I used local honey)
  • 1 1/2 cup hot water (340 grams baker's measure)
  • 1 tsp maple extract (5 grams baker's measure)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (5 grams baker's measure)
Instructions
  1. Combine sugar, honey, and water in a large saucepan over med-high heat. Bring to boil.
  2. Turn heat to med-low and simmer for 8-10 mins, stirring frequently.
  3. Remove from heat. Let sit for 5 mins, Stir in maple and vanilla extracts. Serve with pancakes or waffles or allow to cool and store in a covered jar in the refrigerator for 1-2 months.