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Golden Syrup

Homemade Golden Syrup: A Sweet British Classic to Savor

Homemade Golden Syrup made with just three ingredients is a versatile and rich British classic that enhances both sweet and savory dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: British
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Syrup
  • 4 cups Cane Sugar Substitute with brown sugar for deeper richness.
  • 1.25 cups Water Essential to dissolve the sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice is preferred.

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • Digital thermometer
  • Sterilized glass jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine 4 cups of cane sugar with 1 1/4 cups of water. Stir gently until fully dissolved and bring to a boil.
  2. Once boiling, stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice or 1/2 teaspoon of citric acid and reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
  3. Allow to simmer for 40 to 60 minutes, checking color and thickness occasionally.
  4. Assess thickness, reheat if necessary, and stir in water to achieve desired consistency.
  5. Turn off heat, let sit, then pour into a sterilized jar and cool completely before sealing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 16gSugar: 16g

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a year. Reheat and adjust thickness if needed.

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