Yes, you can make simple syrup in the microwave. It is a really easy way to put together simple syrup in about 1 minute. Once it cools you can use it to sweeten up cocktails, iced tea, coffee or anything that calls for simple syrup! The nice thing is you can make it ahead and store it in the fridge for up to a month.
One of our favorite ways to use this microwave simple syrup is to sweeten up a cocktail or iced tea.
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Microwave Simple Syrup
Make simple syrup in the microwave to use as a sweetener for cocktails, drinks, teas and coffee.
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Servings: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Combine the water and sugar in a microwave safe bowl.1 cup white sugar , 1 cup water
- Microwave in 30 second increments, stirring in between, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Let cool and then use right away. Or transfer to a glass bottle or mason jar with a lid and keep in the fridge for up to a month.
Recipe Tips and Notes:
STOVE TOP: you can also make simple syrup on the stove top. Pop over to this post for Simple Syrup.
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