Orange Maple Syrup

Elevate your breakfast game with this luscious Orange Maple Syrup, a perfect blend of bright citrus and rich, sweet maple flavors. Crafted from pure maple syrup, fresh orange juice, and fragrant orange zest, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. A hint of cinnamon and a touch of vanilla extract add warmth and depth, while a swirl of melted butter ensures a velvety consistency. This syrup pairs beautifully with pancakes, waffles, French toast, or even drizzled over desserts like ice cream or bread pudding. Whether you're hosting a weekend brunch or sprucing up weekday mornings, this homemade orange-infused maple syrup is sure to delight your taste buds and impress your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup pure maple syrup
• 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup, fresh orange juice, and orange zest.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally.

Step 3

Once the syrup begins to simmer, stir in the unsalted butter until melted and fully incorporated.

Step 4

If desired, add the ground cinnamon and stir well to combine.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the syrup simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 7

Allow the syrup to cool slightly before transferring it to a serving container such as a small pitcher or glass jar.

Step 8

Serve warm over pancakes, waffles, or desserts. Refrigerate any leftovers in a sealed container for up to one week, reheating gently before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	384.5 grams (384.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	792

Total Fat 12.50g	16%
Saturated Fat 7.00g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 31mg	10%
Sodium 27mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 174.10g	63%
Dietary Fiber 1.60g	6%
Total Sugars 154.50g
Protein 1.20g	2%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 190mg	15%
Iron 3mg	15%
Potassium 756mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.8%

Protein: 0.6%

Carbs: 85.6%