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Cinnamon Simple Syrup

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Time: 20 minutes
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Cinnamon Simple Syrup is perfect for sweetening coffee, cocktails, mocktails, and virtually any drink you want. It is flavorful, easy to make, and only 3 ingredients- water, sugar, and cinnamon sticks. Best part, it can be made SUGAR FREE!

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Cinnamon Syrup in a glass mason jar with cinnamon sticks in the syrup.

Here’s Why You NEED This Cinnamon Simple Syrup Recipe

  • It is PACKED with cinnamon flavor- Cinnamon sticks give the BEST cinnamon flavor in my opinion. The syrup has a very distinct yet subtle cinnamon flavor without being pungent.
  • Only 3 pantry ingredients needed- water, sugar or sugar free allulose sweetener, and cinnamon sticks.
  • Cheaper than store bought syrups- This recipe costs about $1 to make and it will last you all month long.

A Quick Video Tutorial:

Ingredients in Cinnamon Simple Syrup

  • Water: No explanation needed here, use any water.
  • Sugar: Granulated or cane sugar is best in this recipe. You can use other types of sugar like brown sugar or coconut sugar but it may alter the flavor and strength of the cinnamon.
  • Cinnamon Sticks: For the best, natural cinnamon flavor, I always use cinnamon sticks. Just be sure you are using ones that are food grade. They can be found in the baking aisle at your grocery store or online.

How to Make Homemade Cinnamon Simple Syrup

Below is a quick overview of the steps, the recipe card below will have all the information you need.

  1. ADD the water, sugar or sugar free allulose sweetener, and cinnamon sticks to a small saucepan.
  2. HEAT until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture comes to a boil.
  3. REDUCE heat to medium- low and allow to simmer.
  4. REMOVE from heat and cover the saucepan with it’s lid.
  5. COOL to room temperature (this allows it to build even more flavor as it steeps, don’t skip this step).
  6. STORE in an airtight container and refrigerate.

How to Make Sugar Free Cinnamon Syrup

It is SO EASY! Just follow this recipe as it is written, the only difference is the sugar. Substitute the 1 cup (200g) of granulated sugar or 1.5 (300g) cups of allulose (my favorite). You need more sugar free sugar than normal sugar due to the density and dept of flavor in it.

Cinnamon Syrup stored in a glass lidded jar, surrounded by extra cinnamon sticks.

Servings and Storing Information

This recipes makes 1.5 cups (354ml) of cinnamon simple syrup which is good for 18 to 24 drinks (1.5 tablespoons per drink).

Cinnamon Syrup needs to be stored in the refrigerator and in an airtight container or jar (or it can mold because of the lack of preservatives). If stored properly, it will keep for up to one month.

I also like to freeze simple syrup to add to warm drinks, coffee, and tea. They melt, sweeten, and cool your drink all at the same time! All you have to do is pour the syrup into an ice cube tray and freeze. Pop the frozen syrup cubes into a gallon bag for up to six months.

Pouring Cinnamon Simple Syrup into a small shot glass.

What To Do With Cinnamon Syrup

The best part about Cinnamon Syrup is it goes great in a lot of different things (especially holiday and winter related recipes). It also goes well with a lot of different flavors. Here are a few suggestions and ways I like to use it:

  • to sweeten coffee, lattes, cold brew, and teas
  • pour it over ice cream or Greek yogurt
  • in mocktails or cocktails
  • to make cinnamon whipped cream
  • to soak cakes or quick breads.
  • make it part of a holiday gift basket (just add a cute label and bow)

Use it in these drink recipes for an added level of flavor:

Cinnamon Simple Syrup in a shot glass ready to be poured into a coffee, cocktail, mocktail, or other drink.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

How much cinnamon simple syrup do I need in my drink?

My rule of thumb is 1 to 2 tablespoons of syrup for every 8 ounces (236ml) in a drink. Definitely test the level of sweetness and cinnamon strength, add more cinnamon syrup if needed.

Can I use ground cinnamon to make Cinnamon Syrup?

I do not recommend using ground cinnamon or ground spices in syrup for three reasons. One, the flavor tends to be bland. Two, cinnamon is hydrophobic meaning it does not combine with liquids well. Three, the ground cinnamon will not strain from the syrup leaving some granules behind.

How long does Cinnamon Simple Syrup last?

If stored properly, in an airtight container and in the refrigerator, Cinnamon Syrup will last up to one month.

Can Simple Syrup go bad?

Yes! The best way to tell if your syrup has gone bad is the clarity and presence of mold. Simple Syrup that has gone bad will be cloudy or have cloudy clumps in it. There may also be mold spores growing where the top surface of the syrup meets the container.

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Cinnamon Simple Syrup in a glass mason jar with cinnamon sticks in the syrup.

Cinnamon Simple Syrup

Elizabeth Swoish
Homemade Cinnamon Simple Syrup is infused with cinnamon sticks to create a delicious and warm spiced syrup. It adds sweetness to a variety of drinks, coffee, cocktails, and mocktails. Included is a sugar free cinnamon syrup option!
5 from 5 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Beverage
Servings 24 tablespoons
Calories 19 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar; or 1.5 cups (300g) sugar free allulose sweetener
  • 2 cinnamon sticks; or 4 small ones

Instructions
 

  • To a small saucepan add water, sugar (or sugar free allulose sweetener), and cinnamon sticks.
  • Over medium heat allow the sugar to dissolve while bringing the mixture to a boil.
  • Once it begins to boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove syrup from the heat and cover the saucepan with it's lid. Allow it to come to room temperature and steep even more.
  • Pour the Cinnamon Syrup into an airtight bottle, jar, or container and store in the refrigerator.

Video

Notes

Storing Information:

  • In the refrigerator, in an airtight container, for up to one month.
  • In the freezer, frozen in cubes and in a resealable bag, for up to six months.

How Much To Use:

  • 1 to 2 tablespoons per 8 ounces (236ml) of liquid. 

Sugar Free Cinnamon Syrup:

  • Follow the recipe as it is written (for the type of vanilla you plan to use). Substitute the 1 cup (200g) of granulated sugar or 1.5 cups (300g) of allulose sweetener.

How to Make Rich Cinnamon Syrup

  • Instead of using 1 cup (200g) of granulated sugar or 1.5 cups (300g) of allulose sweetener, you will want to use half the amount (1/2 cup/ 100g sugar or 3/4 cups/ 150g stevia). 

Metric conversions are calculated automatically. I cannot guarantee the accuracy of this information.

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By Elizabeth Swoish on November 22nd, 2022
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5 thoughts on “Cinnamon Simple Syrup”

  1. 5 stars
    This Cinnamon Syrup added a warm and cozy flavor to my tea. It is incredibly easy to make and always receives fab reviews from my family and friends whenever I serve it.

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  2. 5 stars
    The best part of this recipe was how it made my house smell!!! Absolutely divine. Will make again during the holiday season, but for now it’s going to go in my bourbon lemonade.

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  3. 5 stars
    I added it to my whipping cream and could not stop eating it. Added to my coffee and it was so good. My favorite is with my coffee martini. So delicious!
    Thank you for such an amazingly easy and super useful recipe.

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  4. 5 stars
    I made this for a coffee drink and wow! I love the cinnamony flavor it adds. And it couldn’t have been any easier. Thank you!

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