Easy Keto Simple Syrup
This keto simple syrup is quick and easy to make, easy to store, and makes your low-carb cocktails taste liek the real thing without the guilt!
Equipment
- Small pot
- Fine mesh strainer
- Heat-safe mason jar
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water
- 3.25 tbsp spoonable stevia blend
- 1/8 tsp xanthan gum optional but recommended
- splash orange extract optional
- 2-3 drops lemon juice about 1/4 tsp total
Instructions
- Place the water and stevia in a small pot and bring to a boil.
- Add in the lemon juice and stir. (If using the orange extract for more of a triple sec syrup flavor, stir in at this time)
- Bring mixture down to a simmer and sprinkle in the xanthan gum evenly over the surface.
- Stif continuously until the syrup has thickened some.
- Take pot off of heat and strain the mixture into a heat-safe mason jar. Set aside to cool completely before using.
- Store with airtight lid on the kitchen counter or in the pantry until use.
Notes
- We recommend this spoonable stevia blend and this xanthan gum
- Be sure to use a fine-mesh strainer to get out any leftover clumps created from the xanthan gum when it gels.
- If you don't want a very slight citrus taste to your simple syrup, you can substitute cream of tartar in place of the lemon juice for the same effect.
- If your syrup crystallizes, try using a bit more lemon juice (or cream of tartar) next time to cut the sugar crystals with more acid.