Homemade Apple Cider Syrup

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to bubble, about 1 minute. Add sugar and molasses; stir until sugar has absorbed molasses and butter, about 3 minutes. The mixture will be very dry. Add 2 cups apple cider. Mix well and bring to a slow boil. Add cinnamon stick and continue to simmer syrup for about 10 minutes.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Whisk together 1 tablespoon apple cider, lemon juice, and cornstarch in a small bowl.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Pour cornstarch mixture into syrup in the saucepan, whisking continuously until fully incorporated. Simmer until thickened, with a consistency similar to warm maple syrup, about 5 minutes. The syrup will thicken upon cooling.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Serve warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (8 servings total)