Coconut Simple Syrup Recipe
This easy coconut simple syrup is made with natural ingredients and pairs perfectly with coconut cream to make delicious tropical cocktails or iced coffee! I used real shredded coconut to give this syrup a rich coconut flavor that tastes delicious in any beverage.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar (or equal parts honey or erythritol)
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- (optional) 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
- (optional) 1/8 teaspoon xanthin gum to thicken the keto version
Instructions
- Use a small-medium size sauce pan and bring the water to a boil over medium heat.
- Add in the sugar and shredded coconut and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Remove the pan from the heat and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, strain the coconut from the syrup and pour the coconut simple syrup into a jar or container.
Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to a month.
Variations:
Paleo: Follow the instructions as written, but substitute honey or maple syrup in place of the sugar.
Keto: Follow the instructions as written, but substitute erythritol in place of the sugar and add in 1/8 tsp of xanthin gum to the mixture after the sugar dissolves. Whisk in the xanthin gum and stir until it dissolves. Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool.
Notes
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 1 Tbsp
- Calories: 48
- Carbohydrates: 13g
Find it online: https://thecoconutmama.com/coconut-simple-syrup/