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    Jalapeño Simple Syrup

    Published: Apr 23, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Making jalapeño simple syrup is so easy and all it requires is 3 ingredients. I am a margarita lover and can not get enough of spicy margaritas. To bring the heat to those drinks I decided to make a jalapeño simple syrup to keep on hand in the fridge for when I wanted to make them for myself or guests. Adding sliced jalapeños to a drink just isn't enough and to add granulated sugar makes a drink grainy which we do not want. This solves both of those problems. After making this you will keep some in your fridge at all times!

    Jalapeño Simple Syrup Ingredients

    jalapeno simple syrup ingredients on a cutting board

    Jalapeños- You can use less or more depending on how spicy you want the syrup to be. Using two gets the jalapeño flavor across.

    Sugar- This makes it into a syrup and brings sweetness that balances the heat.

    Water- Can't make simple syrup without some H2O

    Let's Make Some Spicy Simple Syrup

    slices of jalapeño on cutting board

    Begin by slicing the jalapeños into coins. To me, it releases more heat when it's cut this way but you can also cut them in half lengthwise removing the stem.

    Water and sugar in a saucepan on stove

    In a small saucepan or pot add cup of water and cup of sugar over medium-high heat. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.

    Jalapeño simple syrup boiling in saucepan

    Add jalapeño slices and bring to a boil. Once boiling reduce to low heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

    jalapeños steeping in simple syrup in a saucepan

    Turn off heat and allow to steep and cool for an hour.

    Jalapeno simple syrup in glass mason jar

    Pour in a glass mason jar with a lid and store in the refrigerator. You can use this simple syrup to make Spicy Jalapeño Margaritas!

    Jalapeño Simple Syrup Tips

    How long does infused simple syrup last?

    This simple syrup will last for one month in the refrigerator stored in a tightly sealed glass mason jar.

    Can I use a different pepper to make spicy simple syrup?

    Yes you can! You can increase the heat level by adding a spicier pepper like a serrano pepper or a habanero pepper.

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    Jalapeno Simple Syrup

    Making jalapeño simple syrup is so easy and all it requires is 3 ingredients. A sweet and spicy syrup that is perfect for cocktails and cocktails!
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 10
    Calories: 78kcal

    Equipment

    measuring cups
    Cutting Boards
    Mason Jar

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup water
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 2 jalapenos sliced

    Instructions

    • Slice jalapeños into slices.
    • Add water and sugar into a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir to dissolve sugar.
    • Add jalapeño slices and bring to a boil. Adjust heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
    • Turn off heat and low jalapeños to steep and cool syrup for an hour.
    • Transfer to glass mason jar and store in refrigerator.

    Video

    Jalapeno Simple Syrup

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1oz | Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 20.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1.2mg | Sugar: 20.1g
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