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A glass jar of basil infused simple syrup
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Basil Simple Syrup

This Basil Simple Syrup is a great way to add sweet, earthy flavor to any cocktail, drink, or fruit salad. It stores in the fridge for up to a month and is made with just 3 ingredients!
Prep Time5 minutes
Stand Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: basil infused simple syrup, basil simple syrup, basil simple syrup recipe
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  • Combine water, sugar, and basil leaves in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat and let syrup steep for 30 minutes.
  • Drain syrup through a mesh strainer into a sterilized glass jar; discard basil leaves.
  • Let cool completely before using.

Nutrition

Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.001g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 9mg | Fiber: 0.05g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 158IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.1mg