Buttermilk Syrup is here to elevate your breakfast game! Rich, infused with vanilla, and made from pantry staples, itโs ready in under 10 mins.
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The Syrup I Wake Up Thinking About!
On most mornings, I keep breakfast pretty simple. In the summer, Iโm all about a refreshing Green Smoothie, and on colder days, I go for a cozy bowl of oatmeal.
But on those special mornings? Iโm reaching for something that could totally pass as dessert, dripping with syrup.
Think Nutella Crepes or Cinnamon Roll Monkey Breadโmy absolute favorites for those treat-yourself mornings. And when youโre going all out, youโve got to top it off with something amazing.
This buttermilk syrup is smooth, a little tangy, and perfectly sweet. Itโs the best drizzle for all your favorite breakfast dishes!
Ingredients
- Brown & White Sugar: The brown sugar adds a hint of molasses, making the syrup rich and caramel-like.
- Unsalted Butter: Use unsalted butter to control the salt level.
- Salt: A pinch goes a long way, so donโt skip it!
- Buttermilk: Use full-fat buttermilk for the best texture. Make your own easily.
- Baking Soda: Whisk quickly to evenly dissolve it when added.
- Vanilla Extract: Stir it in off-heat to preserve its full flavor.
Quick Tip
Use a bigger pot than youโd expectโthe baking soda and buttermilk cause the mixture to bubble up a lot.
How To Make Buttermilk Syrup
- In a larger-than-expected pot, combine sugars, butter, and buttermilk.
- Heat until melted and smooth.
- Simmer for a few minutes.
- Off the heat, stir in baking soda; watch it foam up.
- Mix in vanilla.
- Serve warm and store leftovers in the fridge.
Storage
Leftovers?
Store leftover buttermilk syrup in an airtight container, like a Mason jar, and refrigerate.
I havenโt tested freezing it since ours never lasts long, but dairy doesnโt always freeze well. If you try, let me know how it goes!
Favorite Ways To Use Buttermilk Syrup
- Over Pancakes:ย Homemade Pancakes, Pumpkin Pancakes, orย Old-Fashioned Pancakes.
- Drizzle over Crepesย or top Banana Crepesย with some.
- Add to French Toast orย French Toast Sticks.
- Sweet and savory? Drizzle some over your eggs and toast.
- Enjoy withย Baked Oatmeal,ย Instant Pot Oatmeal,ย or Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal.
Buttermilk Syrup
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar loosely measured
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructionsย
- In a medium-sized pot, which should be larger than you think since the syrup will double or triple in volume, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, butter, salt, and buttermilk. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the butter melts, the sugar dissolves, and the syrup is smooth. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 6โ8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in baking soda, whisking quickly to dissolve it evenly. The syrupโs volume will increase significantly. Finally, stir in vanilla extract.
- Serve warm over breakfast food of your choice. The syrup continues to thicken as it cools.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This is fantasic!
I am so happy to hear! Thanks Charlie! ๐
THE BEST BUTTERMILK SYRUP IโVE EVER TRIED!!!
So happy to hear that! Thank you!