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Irish Cream Syrup

This homemade Irish Cream Syrup is the perfect addition to your morning coffee. It's sweet and flavored with cocoa and vanilla and almond extracts.
Prep Time0 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Additional Time0 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Syrups
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 101kcal
Author: Lauren Pacek

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon almond extract

Instructions

  • Combine the water and sugar in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Whisk occasionally.
  • Bring the water and sugar to a simmer. Ensure that the sugar has completely dissolved into the water. Turn off the heat.
  • Add the cocoa powder and both extracts to the syrup. Whisk until everything is completely combined.
  • Allow the syrup to cool completely before storing it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • Add about half an ounce of plain vodka to the syrup if you want to extend its shelf life a bit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 101kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 25g