Use fresh brewed espresso for best flavor. This versatile syrup is spiced with cinnamon and fresh oranges. It can be used as a flavoring for desserts and sauces, or used on pancakes, ice cream and gelato. Keep this on hand in the refrigerator.

Espresso Syrup

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoon fresh orange zest
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup brewed espresso

Procedure

1. In small saucepan, heat sugar and water until sugar dissolves, stirring all the while. Bring to boil and let boil for 3 minutes. Remove pan and let cool for 1 minute. Add in the rest of the ingredients. Pour into jar and let sit for 1/2 hour before using.

Notes

 

Content by Renee Shelton. Recipe adapted from The Journal of Italian Food, Wine and Travel, no date noted. This recipe was first published on PastrySampler.com on January 10, 2007. It was updated on September 29, 2020.