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on Jun 29, 2010, Updated Aug 22, 2024
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With a few simple ingredients, you can make this easy Homemade Buttermilk Syrup at home. This sweet syrup takes waffles and pancakes to the next level!
Looking for a way to change up your pancakes and waffles? You have to try homemade buttermilk syrup. It is a rich and sweet syrup that’s sure to hit the spot!
Plus, this recipe is really simple to make. You can start it on the stove and it will be ready to serve by the time your pancakes or waffles are made. And if you don’t have buttermilk on hand, there are options for some alternatives.
It is the perfect topping for pancakes, waffles or French toast. It’s also delicious on German pancakes.
Table of Contents
- Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Recipe Ingredients
- How to Make Buttermilk Syrup
- Recipe FAQs
- Expert Tips
- More Breakfast Recipes to Consider
- Homemade Buttermilk Syrup Recipe
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Buttermilk syrup is such a great alternative to maple syrup, especially if your family loves pancakes and waffles.
- The recipe is super easy to make and you likely have all the ingredients on-hand.
- You don’t have to use buttermilk! There are some other options that work well if you don’t have any buttermilk.
Recipe Ingredients
- Butter
- Buttermilk: can also use cream or homemade buttermilk
- Granulated sugar
- Baking soda
- Vanilla extract: can also add coconut and almond extract
See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities
How to Make Buttermilk Syrup
- Step #1. Heat the butter, buttermilk, and sugar to boiling over medium heat in a large saucepan.
- Step #2. Once boiling, boil for 5 to 8 minutes and stir it often.
- Step #3. Take the sauce off the heat and whisk in the baking soda and vanilla.
- Step #4. Serve hot on waffles, pancakes, or French toast.
Recipe FAQs
What is buttermilk?
Buttermilk is a fermented dairy product that is traditionally made by adding a bacteria culture (similar to making yogurt) to skim milk. If you don’t have it on hand, here is how to make a buttermilk alternative at home.
How long does it take to make homemade buttermilk syrup?
It usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes to make this syrup. It’s so quick and easy!
How do I store buttermilk syrup?
Store it in the fridge in an airtight container and use within four days. Reheat the syrup in the microwave or in a saucepan on the stovetop.
Is buttermilk syrup gluten-free?
Yes! All of the ingredients in buttermilk syrup are naturally gluten-free but be sure to check the ingredients you are using to be sure.
Expert Tips
- Make sure to use a large saucepan when making this syrup. The baking soda causes the sauce to foam significantly and using a large pan will prevent it from overflowing.
- You can change up the flavor of the buttermilk syrup by adding 1/4 teaspoon of both almond and coconut extract in addition to the vanilla.
- Adding 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon to this recipe when adding the vanilla is another delicious way to change the flavor of buttermilk syrup.
More Breakfast Recipes to Consider
Muffin Recipes
Healthy Pumpkin Muffins
Egg Recipes
Air Fryer Eggs
Egg Recipes
Farmhouse Egg Bake
Breakfast Recipes
Breakfast Quesadillas
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4 from 2 votes
Homemade Buttermilk Syrup
By: Melissa Griffiths
With a few simple ingredients, you can make this easy Homemade Buttermilk Syrup at home. This sweet syrup takes waffles and pancakes to the next level!
Prep: 5 minutes mins
Cook: 10 minutes mins
Total: 15 minutes mins
Servings: 12 (Makes 3 cups)
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup buttermilk, cream, or homemade buttermilk (see notes)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large saucepan heat butter, buttermilk, and sugar over medium heat.
Bring to a boil and boil for 5-8 minutes, stirring often. The syrup should be a light golden yellow and slightly thicker.
Remove from heat and whisk in soda and vanilla. The mixture will get big and foamy. The foam will go down as it cools and when you pour it, it will also thicken when it cools.
Serve hot over your favorite homemade waffles or pancakes.
Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat before serving again.
Notes
- You can use store-bought buttermilk, cream, or homemade buttermilk in this recipe.
- To make homemade buttermilk add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to a 1-cup measuring cup. Fill the rest of the measuring cup up with milk. Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes before using. Read more about making buttermilk here.
- You can change up the flavor of the buttermilk syrup by adding 1/4 teaspoon of both almond and coconut extract in addition to the vanilla. It’s delicious this way.
- Be sure to use a large or medium pan for this recipe. Do not use a small saucepan. When you add the baking soda, the mixture foams a lot and at least triples in size for a few minutes. Using a large pan prevents it from overflowing.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for three to five days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 of 12 servings (1/4 cup), Calories: 145kcal, Carbohydrates: 18g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.3g, Cholesterol: 23mg, Sodium: 105mg, Potassium: 30mg, Sugar: 18g, Vitamin A: 269IU, Calcium: 25mg, Iron: 0.02mg
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