Hazelnut Simple Syrup

Coffeehouse-style hazelnut simple syrup made at home in 10 minutes — cleaner ingredients, better price, same flavor. For lattes, cold brew, hot coffee, cocktails, and desserts.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Equipment

Pint Mason Jars

2 Pack Mason Jar Syrup Dispenser Pump Lids

Ingredients

1 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons light brown sugar optional, for a warmer flavor
1 teaspoon hazelnut extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, granulated sugar, brown sugar (if using), and salt.
Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugars have completely dissolved.
Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then remove from the heat.
Allow the syrup to cool for about 5 minutes.
Stir in the hazelnut extract and vanilla extract.
Let cool completely before pouring into a clean pint mason jar. Seal and refrigerate.
Storage
Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Shake gently before each use.

Notes

Use pure hazelnut extract for best flavor — imitation reads as artificial. Add vanilla extract to support and round the hazelnut note. Both extracts go in off heat after the syrup cools slightly — this preserves the fragrance. For a richer syrup closer to coffeehouse style, use a 2:1 sugar-to-water ratio. Keeps 1 month refrigerated.

Delicious Ways to Use It
Hot coffee
Iced coffee
Cold brew concentrate
Lattes
Cappuccinos
Hot chocolate
Chai tea
Italian sodas
Milkshakes
Oatmeal
Pancakes and waffles
Drizzled over vanilla ice cream
This Old Baker Tip

Using a little brown sugar alongside the granulated sugar gives this syrup a richer, roasted flavor that's similar to your favorite coffee shop hazelnut syrup. It's delicious paired with chocolate, caramel, or vanilla in coffee drinks.