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An overhead view of a pitcher of pale yellow syrup sits on green fabric next to basil leaves.

Fragrant Basil Simple Syrup

Cassie Waltman
Bring all of the fresh aromas of garden basil into the kitchen with this basil simple syrup perfect for beverages and cocktails.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Course beverage
Cuisine American
Servings 8 oz.
Calories 98 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups basil leaves (lightly packed, about 1.5-2 ounces)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar

Instructions
 

  • Wash basil leaves and pat or shake them dry.
  • Combine the leaves with the sugar and 1 cup of water in a medium sauce pan. stir everything together, bruising the leaves a bit.
  • Heat the mixture over medium-high heat until it reaches a rolling boil, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool and steep for 30 minutes (or more).
  • Strain the syrup and store it in a jar or another airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition facts are sometimes provided below and are calculated using an online calculator. With specific brands of ingredients and additions, omissions, or substitutions the nutrition facts may change. We encourage you to use your own nutrition facts calculator to obtain the most accurate nutrition facts for your meal.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 98kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.003gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.02gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 0.5mgPotassium: 18mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 317IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 0.2mg
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