Description
Pumpkin Spice Syrup is a cozy, versatile blend of autumn spices and pumpkin essence that adds warm, festive flavor to beverages, desserts, and breakfast dishes. Easy to make with pantry staples, this homemade syrup balances cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and pumpkin puree or pie spice, perfect for infusing seasonal charm into your favorite recipes.
Ingredients
Scale
Syrup Base
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup water
Spices & Pumpkin
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree or 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Finishing Touch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Sugar and Water: Start by whisking together the brown sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Continue stirring until the sugar completely dissolves to create a smooth base.
- Add Spices and Pumpkin Puree: Stir in the cinnamon stick, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and pumpkin puree or pumpkin pie spice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to infuse for about 5 minutes.
- Simmer and Stir: Let the syrup simmer on low heat for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. This slow cooking helps the spices release their full aroma and meld perfectly.
- Remove and Strain (if needed): Take out the cinnamon stick and strain the syrup if you prefer a smoother texture, especially if you used pumpkin puree. This keeps the syrup silky, ideal for mixing into drinks.
- Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract off the heat for a sweet, aromatic finish that complements the spices and pumpkin beautifully.
- Cool and Store: Transfer your Pumpkin Spice Syrup to a clean jar or bottle and let it cool to room temperature before refrigerating. It will thicken slightly as it chills.
Notes
- Use fresh, freshly ground spices for brighter, richer flavor.
- Simmer gently to avoid burning and keep syrup smooth.
- Adjust sweetness by tasting and modifying sugar levels as desired.
- Store syrup in a glass jar or bottle with an airtight seal to preserve freshness.
- Shake well before use to recombine natural separation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg