Chestnut Praline Syrup | A Holiday Recipe
The Chestnut Praline Syrup is a simple recipe makes the perfect holiday latte. It's great for cooler mornings when you want a warm coffee.
Equipment
- 1 Stovetop
- 1 Medium Saucepan
- 1 Stirring Spoon
- Strainer or Cheesecloth - optional
- Airtight Storage Container(s)
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Water
- ¾ cup Granulated Sugar
- ¾ cup Brown Sugar
- 8-9 Peeled Chestnuts - can find on Amazon
- ½ cup Chopped Pecans
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract - see our small batch vanilla extract
Instructions
- Add chopped pecans and chestnuts to a medium saucepan and roast on low/medium heat for approximately 5 minutes. Stir consistently to ensure the nuts roast evenly.
- Slowly add in the water, and be careful because the saucepan will be hot. Add in the brown sugar and granulated sugar. Stir ingredients together and increase the stovetop to medium heat.
- Bring the saucepan to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Continue to occasionally stir to heat evenly.
- Turn off stovetop heat and move the saucepan. Carefully add in the vanilla extract, and stir so it is evenly distributed.
- You can either scoop out the nuts or strain them out (you can use 90 grade cheesecloth to strain). Set the nuts to the side*
- Allow the syrup to cool for 5-10 minutes, then you can use immediately to make a chestnut praline latte, and store the rest in the fridge in an air tight container for 2-3 weeks.
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Notes
The nuts that have been scooped or strained out are deliciously sweetened thanks to the syrup. They can be stored in the fridge and added to cereal, yogurt, ice cream, etc.