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Homemade golden syrup with a yellow, floral fabric topper for a jam lid.
Elizabeth

Simple Homemade Golden Syrup Recipe

Golden Syrup is a staple in England and is used in many baked goods. My simple homemade Golden Syrup recipe uses only three simple ingredients. This is a recipe you will want to try.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 medium sized jar
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: English
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup Water
  • 2 1/4 cup Pure Cane Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice

Method
 

  1. Add water and cane sugar to a heavy bottomed saucepan. Stir to combine.
  2. Use medium low heat and allow the mixture to come to a slow boil.
  3. Add one tablespoon of fresh lemon juice. (*Stir one time and then do not stir anymore.)
  4. Carefully observe the mixture as it simmers. The color of the syrup will gradually darken to a lovely golden hue.
  5. Keep the golden syrup mixture on low heat for approximately 10-15 minutes (without stirring).
  6. At this point the syrup will have thickened but will continue to thicken as the golden syrup cools.
  7. Allow the golden syrup to cool for a few minutes and then add to a heat-safe container with a lid.
  8. Enjoy in your baked goods or as a syrup drizzled over pancakes.

Notes

*This recipe must be closely monitored to avoid burning. The golden color, and the texture, is the key. If the Golden Syrup is too thick- a splash of water (while the syrup is still in the saucepan) may thin it out.