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Vanilla lavender simple syrup in a glass jar sitting on a small plate with fresh lavender buds sitting to the side.
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Lavender Simple Syrup (with or without Vanilla)

A homemade simple syrup to use in drinks and more!
Course Drinks, Spices, Sauces, and Seasonings
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 0.5 cup
Calories 795kcal
Author Katie G.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Fine Mesh Strainer or Cheesecloth
  • Mason jar or small airtight container

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar or honey
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 5 teaspoons dried lavender buds
  • splash of vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water and lavender.
  • Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes or until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla, if using. Allow to cool.
  • Strain syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a jar to remove lavender buds and set aside.
  • Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
  • One of my favorite ways to use this lavender is in a Lavender Latte!

Notes

Nutritional information is for the entire batch of lavender syrup.
Storage: Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 795kcal | Carbohydrates: 205g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 4mg | Sugar: 200g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 1mg