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Maple-Style Syrup

Pancake syrup from sugar and cornflour, made in five minutes.

8 min Easy Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups cold water
  • 1 tbsp cornflour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp maple flavouring
  • 1/8 tsp salt

Method

  1. Whisk the cornflour into the cold water first, before anything is heated.
  2. Sugar and salt in, bring to a boil, stirring.
  3. Flavouring off the heat. Serve hot over pancakes.

Questions people ask about Maple-Style Syrup

How long does Maple-Style Syrup take?

About 8 minutes from starting to sitting down, and it is straightforward. That is start-to-finish, so it works on a weeknight when you have not planned anything.

Can I make Maple-Style Syrup ahead of time?

You can prepare it a few hours ahead and reheat gently. It keeps two days in the fridge, though it is best on the day.

Is Maple-Style Syrup vegetarian?

Yes, and as written it is vegan too. Check your specific brands if that matters to you.

How long does home-made maple-style syrup keep?

Depends what it is: pastes and stocks keep a few days refrigerated or months frozen in portions; dry mixes keep for months in a sealed jar.

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