Simple Homemade Apple Syrup Recipe (Low-Sugar)

This versatile and sweet Apple Syrup Recipe is the perfect way to bring Fall flavors into anything and everything! Using simple ingredients like crisp autumn apples, sugar, apple sauces, and spices, this homemade syrup recipe is the perfect treat all season long.

Prep Time5

Cook Time30

Total Time35

Servings: tbsp

Equipment

Ingredients

2 small apples chopped use a sweet variety like Gala, Fuji, or Honeycrisp
3/4 cup brown monk fruit
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp xanthan gum or 1/2 tbsp cornstarch dissolved in 1/2 tbsp water

Instructions

Heat and Dissolve: Place the water, applesauce, spices and monk fruit in a saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture continuously until the sweetener has completely dissolved, and the ingredients are well combined. This should take about 5 minutes.
Add Apples: Once the mixture is smooth, add the apple chunks. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The apples should soften and start to break down.
Mash the Apples: Use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to mash the apples into the sauce, breaking them down further to create a smoother texture. Continue to cook the mixture over low heat until it thickens to your desired syrup consistency. This may take ANOTHER 10 minutes.
Thicken with Xanthan Gum: If using xanthan gum, sprinkle ⅛ teaspoon of it into the mixture while whisking vigorously to prevent clumping. This will help thicken the syrup and stabilize it.
Add Vanilla Extract: After the syrup has simmered, remove it from the heat and stir in 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
Strain the Mixture: place a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth over a large bowl or another saucepan.Pour the apple mixture through the strainer or cheesecloth, allowing the liquid to drain into the bowl. Use the back of a spoon to press down on the solids to extract as much syrup as possible.
Cool and Store: Let the syrup cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer it to a clean, airtight container or jar. Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Shake well before each use, as some separation may occur.

Notes

Expert Tips

- Use a sweet variety of apples like Gala, Fuji, and Honeycrisp. Green apples are too tart for this recipe.

- I used golden monk fruit sweetener for this recipe. You can use regular sugar (light or dark brown sugar, cane sugar, or plain white sugar) if that’s what you have on hand. You can also use honey, but you will only need 1/2 cup since it is sweeter. Keep in mind that the nutritional details will be different depending on what sweetener you use.

- If you don’t have individual spices on hand, feel free to use apple pie spice, which is an easy way to get similar flavors. You can also swap the ground cinnamon for cinnamon sticks if desired, just make sure to toss the sticks after simmering in the saucepan.

Serving Tips

You can use this cinnamon apple syrup in a ton of different ways. Use it with:

- Pancakes

- Vanilla Ice Cream

- Waffles

- French Toast

- Yogurt

- Cocktails

- Hot Cup of Tea

- Iced Tea

- Coffee Drinks

- Desserts

- Oatmeal

- Fresh Apple Cider

Storage Tips

Store in an airtight container or mason jar. Store the cinnamon apple syrup in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Shake well before each use, as some separation may occur.

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