If you’re like me, and you love the Starbucks Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso, you know just how delicious the Starbucks brown sugar syrup is! I’ve finally decided to make my own version at home, and I must say, it’s so simple and tasty! You only need four total ingredients, and I bet my left toe, your life will never be the same after you make this syrup. Let’s dive into the details, so you can make all your favorite Starbucks brown sugar drinks at home!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Please note, full measurements are listed on the recipe card at the bottom of the recipe. Scroll to the end, or click the JUMP TO RECIPE button at the top of the page.
Dark Brown Sugar: I prefer the sweet molasses flavor of dark brown sugar in this recipe. If you don’t have any on hand, light brown sugar works great as well.
Water: Make sure to use purified water or drinking water for the best tasting Homemade Brown Sugar Syrup.
Flaky Sea Salt: Adding a pinch of flaky sea salt helps bring out the sweetness in the syrup. A tiny pinch won’t make the syrup noticeably salty, just sweeter and more flavorful!
Vanilla Extract: I tested this recipe with and without the vanilla extract and I personally love the addition of it in this recipe. It won’t give a strong vanilla taste, but it’s just enough to give the syrup a little extra depth and dimension.
That’s all you need to make your own Homemade Brown Sugar Syrup!
Equipment You’ll Need:
Saucepan: To make the syrup, you”ll need a small saucepan.
Spoon/Spatula: I always keep a spoon or spatula nearby to stir the syrup as needed. I like stirring the sugar and water together at the beginning of the recipe to ensure the sugar is fully dissolved.
Mason Jar/Syrup Bottle: I like storing my homemade syrups in a mason jar or syrup bottle. Mason jars can handle high heat and I love that you can add a lid and stash away in the fridge. Syrup bottles can’t handle too high of temperatures, but they do make the pouring process much simpler. Feel free to use any vessel you prefer to store your Homemade Brown Sugar Syrup.
Why Make Brown Sugar Syrup At Home?
Starbucks Is Too Expensive: Yes I said it! Paying $7+ for a latte or shaken espresso in this economy is outrageous! Sure grabbing coffee out here and there is fine, but for a daily coffee, I cannot justify paying that amount of money for one drink. Making your own syrup and drinks at home can help you save an insane amount of money every week or every month!
Brown Sugar Syrups Are Hard To Find: I love the Torani Brown Sugar Cinnamon Syrup with all my heart, but I often wish they had just a regular brown sugar flavored syrup! This Homemade Brown Sugar Syrup does not have any cinnamon, so you can enjoy the simple brown sugar flavor!
You Can Adjust According To Your Taste: If you prefer a brown sugar cinnamon syrup, add a couple cinnamon sticks to the pot. If you want a sweeter taste, add more sugar or more salt. For a lower sugar syrup, use monk fruit or stevia. When you make your own syrups at home, you can adjust all the ingredients to perfectly match your preference!
You Control The Batch Size: Sometimes it’s hard to commit to a whole giant bottle of store bought syrup when you’re not sure if you’ll like the flavor, or if don’t think you’ll use the entire bottle. When you make it at home, you control the amount you make, and you can make a smaller batch to ensure you’ll get through it before it goes bad!
How To Make Homemade Brown Sugar Syrup:
- Combine brown sugar, water, and salt in a small saucepan and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, lower the heat to medium low and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove the mixture from the heat, add in the vanilla extract, and stir to combine.
- Let the syrup cool completely before transferring to an airtight container, and store in the fridge for up to three weeks.
How Can I Make A Sugar Free Homemade Brown Sugar Syrup?
For a sugar free Homemade Brown Sugar Syrup, simply use a sugar free brown sugar substitute!
What Recipes Can I Make With This Syrup?
- Starbucks Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
- Brown Sugar Boba Milk Tea
- Espresso Martini Mocktail
- Starbucks Brown Sugar Oatmilk Cortado
More Homemade Syrup Recipes To Try:
- Homemade Blackberry Syrup
- Homemade Starbucks Sugar Cookie Syrup
- Homemade Pecan Syrup
- Starbucks Spiced Apple Drizzle
- Starbucks Apple Brown Sugar Syrup
- Homemade Dunkin Brown Sugar Cookie Syrup
Homemade Brown Sugar Syrup
Equipment
- Spatula or spoon
Ingredients
- 1 cup dark brown sugar packed
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine dark brown sugar, water, and salt in a small saucepan and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, lower the heat to medium low and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove the mixture from the heat, add in the vanilla extract, and stir to combine.
- Let the syrup cool completely before transferring to an airtight container, and store in the fridge for up to three weeks.
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