Orange Pancake Syrup

Elevate your breakfast game with this luscious homemade Orange Pancake Syrup, bursting with the vibrant flavor of fresh oranges and a touch of vanilla. Made with fresh orange juice, a hint of zesty orange peel, and just the right amount of sweetness, this silky syrup adds a citrusy twist to pancakes, waffles, or French toast. Thickened to perfection with a simple cornstarch slurry and enriched with butter for a velvety finish, it’s a quick and easy recipe that comes together in just 15 minutes. Whether you’re hosting a weekend brunch or indulging in a cozy breakfast at home, this bright and tangy syrup is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh orange juice, orange zest, and granulated sugar. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry.

Step 3

Add the cornstarch slurry to the orange juice mixture, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to thicken and bubble. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until fully melted and combined.

Step 6

Allow the syrup to cool slightly before serving. The syrup will thicken further as it cools.

Step 7

Serve warm or at room temperature over your favorite pancakes, waffles, or French toast.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	430.7 grams (430.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	748

Total Fat 25.20g	32%
Saturated Fat 14.00g	70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.90g	49%
Dietary Fiber 2.30g	8%
Total Sugars 120.80g
Protein 2.50g	5%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 41mg	3%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 497mg	11%

*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: 29.2%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 69.5%