Making your own syrups is so satisfying! They have simple ingredients and can be used on so many things. Whether adding to a cup of strong coffee or drizzling over pumpkin pancakes, this Pumpkin Spice Syrup is full of all the warmth of the holidays.
Ingredients
No artificial ingredients in this homemade syrup! But still full of that pumpkin spice flavor.
- Sugar – White granulated sugar is what provides the sweetness to this homemade pumpkin spice syrup recipe.
- Heavy cream – Either heavy cream or heavy whipping cream (there is a slight difference in fat content) can be used.
- Brown sugar – Although the recipe already calls for sugar, adding brown sugar helps to sweeten it even more, while also adding a rich flavor.
- Salted butter – Butter is a key ingredient to this delicious apple cider syrup. It adds both flavor and a velvety texture. If you use unsalted butter, add a pinch of salt.
- Vanilla extract – Provides flavor. The higher quality the extract, the more robust flavor. If you want a really intense, next level vanilla flavor, try using vanilla bean paste.
- Pumpkin pie spice – This is a spice mixture that is made up of ground cinnamon, ground allspice, ground ginger, ground nutmeg and ground cloves. You can buy it at the store or make your own homemade pumpkin pie spice at home!
- Baking soda – The reaction between the acid and the baking soda creates tiny air pockets resulting in a soft velvety syrup that won’t get too dense when cooled. A small quality won’t impact the flavor.
Ways to Use Pumpkin Spice Syrup
There are plenty of ways to use this homemade version, but here are just a few suggestions.
- In place of simple syrup – If a cocktail or baking recipe calls for simple syrup, you can use this pumpkin spice sauce in it’s place. It’s a great way to add warm spices and pumpkin flavor.
- Add to morning coffee – You can add this pumpkin spice latte syrup to your cold brew, iced coffee, or regular ground coffee for a pumpkin spice latte effect. It’s the perfect addition to homemade lattes.
- Use to top breakfast favorites – You can use this syrup on anything you would use maple syrup on. Pancakes, waffles or french toast get warm fall spices with this robust pumpkin-flavored syrup.
- Other hot beverages – You can add a tablespoon of syrup to hot chocolate or even steamed milk to add noted of pumpkin to your morning.
How to Make Pumpkin Spice Syrup
You are going to be surprised at how easy it is to make your own pumpkin spice syrup.
- Combine ingredients. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, brown sugar, heavy cream, butter, vanilla and pumpkin pie spice.
- Whisk. Whisk until sugar has melted and mixture has thickened. It will coat the back of a spoon, but not be super thick.
- Add baking soda. At this stage, whisk in the baking soda.
Storage and Freezing
How to Store Pumpkin Spice Syrup
This syrup can be served warm right off the stove or made ahead. Store any syrup you intend to eat that week in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature to serve.
Can I Freeze This Syrup?
It can also be frozen in an airtight container, jarred or canned. Although I am not an expert canning, so I will not pretend to give you those instructions. Here is a great tutorial.
More Syrups and Toppings
I love making my own syrups and toppings- that way I know exactly what goes into them. Here are a few of our favorites.
Pumpkin Spice Syrup
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 salted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, brown sugar, heavy cream, butter, vanilla and pumpkin pie spice. Whisk until sugar has melted and mixture has thickened. It will coat the back of a spoon, but not be super thick.
- At this stage, whisk in the baking soda.
- All the syrup to cool slightly before serving.
- If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!
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