Go Back

Vanilla & Nutmeg Coffe Syrup

This recipe yields a fragrant and warming vanilla and nutmeg coffee syrup. A simple combination of water and sugar is simmered, then infused with aromatic spices and vanilla, creating a versatile sweetening agent perfect for elevating your morning coffee, cocktails, or various desserts. It's an easy way to add gourmet flair to your favorite beverages.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Servings: 4 people
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 823
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar

Equipment

  • 1 Small Saucepan
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Measuring Cups
  • 1 Measuring Spoons
  • 1 Airtight Bottle or Jar For storage

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the water and sugar.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally with a whisk until the sugar is completely dissolved. Do not boil vigorously.
  3. Once the sugar is dissolved and the syrup is clear, remove the saucepan from the heat.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  5. Allow the syrup to cool completely to room temperature.
  6. Once cooled, pour the syrup into a clean, airtight bottle or jar.
  7. Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks.

Notes

For best flavor retention, always add delicate aromatics like vanilla extract and ground nutmeg after the syrup has been removed from the heat. Prolonged boiling can diminish their potency. Ensure the sugar is fully dissolved before removing the syrup from the heat to prevent recrystallization, which can make the syrup grainy. A gentle simmer is sufficient; avoid a rolling boil. The pinch of salt is crucial for balancing the sweetness and enhancing the other flavors. For an even deeper spice profile, consider infusing whole nutmeg shards during the simmering process, then straining them out before adding the vanilla. This syrup is incredibly versatile: beyond coffee, try it in cocktails, over pancakes, or drizzled on ice cream.