Easy Buttermilk Syrup Recipe

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This homemade buttermilk syrup recipe is a breakfast staple! Quick, easy, and caramel like flavor perfect for pancakes or waffles. Made time and time again in our home and ALWAYS on hand for our sweet breakfast treats.

I am OBSESSED with this Homemade Buttermilk Syrup Recipe. It is quick, easy, and insanely delicious. Like, I could eat this with a spoon!

You want to start with buttermilk (of course), corn syrup for thickening, a touch of sugar, and a splash of vanilla. All things that could be in your pantry at this VERY moment.

It is almost begging for you to give it a try.

Recipe Features

• Quick and Easy- Ready in under 10 minutes
• Minimal Ingredients- only 4 pantry staples
• Perfect Pancake and Waffle Topping

Buttermilk Syrup Recipe Ingredients

I have to warn you, this is SWEEEEEET. Cooking it on the stove gives it an almost caramel like quality.

• Granulated Sugar
• Buttermilk
• Corn Syrup
• Vanilla Extract

You will want to store it in the fridge which will eventually force it to become super thick. If that happens, toss it into the microwave for five to ten seconds and it will return to the original liquid state.

Just a little hint, I cut back on the sugar in my waffles if I am topping with this goodness. They are the perfect pair.

Step By Step Instructions

1. Whisk the sugar, buttermilk, and corn syrup in the bottom of a medium sauce pan.
2. Bring to a boil, mixing minimally.
3. Cook for 7 minutes.
4. Remove from the heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract.

Recipe Tips and FAQs

• Try to use real buttermilk and not a vinegar or lemon mixture.
• Don’t skip the corn syrup. It helps to give you that perfect syrup texture.
• Use pure vanilla extract, not imitation.

Does Buttermilk Syrup Need to be Refrigerated?

This recipe does need to be stored in the refrigerator. Heat in the microwave for 5 to 10 seconds before using.

How Long Does a Homemade Buttermilk Syrup Last?

This easy buttermilk syrup recipe will last up to two weeks if stored in an air tight container inside the fridge.

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