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Cherry Almond Simple Syrup in glass bottle

Cherry Almond Simple Syrup

This sweet and tasty syrup is perfect for an iced latte or cocktail.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cane sugar
  • 1 cup halved and pitted cherries
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp almond extract

Method
 

  1. Add sugar, cherries, and water to a small saucepan.
  2. Heat on high until the mixture comes to a boil and the sugar is dissolved.
  3. Lower heat to medium and allow to simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in almond extract.
  5. Allow to cool for ten minutes. Strain into a large cup or bowl through a fine mesh strainer. Use a spoon to squeeze excess liquid from cherries.
  6. Store in fridge in an airtight container. Allow syrup to cool before adding a lid.

Notes

Store in the fridge for up to two weeks, or freeze for up to 3-4 months.