Coconut Simple Syrup Recipe (2024)

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This homemade coconut simple syrup is perfect for co*cktails, iced coffee, tea and desserts. This recipe is so easy, you will never buy simple syrup again! In this guide I include variations for making coconut simple syrup with honey or maple syrup (paleo) and I share a keto friendly alternative!

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I’ve been making my own simple syrups for some time now and really love how easy they are to make. I use them often for my morning coconut matcha latte and in my coconut iced coffee.

Recently, I tried a coconut latte from the coffee shop and fell in love with the soft coconut flavor that the beverage had from the coconut simple syrup. I decided that I needed to make this simple syrup at home for my homemade coffee, treats and co*cktails. Below you’ll learn how to make coconut simple syrup with sugar, honey and erythritol. Each variation has a slightly different flavor from the other, but they are all solid choices for adding coconut flavored syrup to your drinks.

Coconut Simple Syrup Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar (or equal parts honey or erythritol)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut (you can also take a deeper dive on shredded coconut – how to find the right stuff to buy, how to make it, etc.)
  • (optional) 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
  • (optional) 1/8 teaspoon xanthin gum to thicken the keto version

How To Make Coconut Simple Syrup

For this recipe you will need 1 cup of water, one cup of organic white sugar, and 1/2 cup of unsweetened shredded coconut. You may also add a 1/2 teaspoon of coconut extract if you’d like to add more coconut flavor to this syrup.

Start by bringing the water to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add in the sugar and shredded coconut and allow the mixture to gently simmer for 3-5 minutes. Once the sugar dissolves and the coconut has simmered in the syrup for at least 2 minutes, remove the pan from the heat and allow it to cool.

Then, use a mesh strainer and pour the simple syrup through the strainer into a container. Reserve the sweetened coconut for desserts or baking. You can also dehydrate the sweet flakes to make sweetened coconut flakes!

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Variations:

Paleo Coconut Simple Syrup

This method uses honey or maple syrup to sweetened the simple syrup. For this method you will simmer 1 cup of water with 1 cup of honey in a small saucepan. Add in the 1/2 cup of shredded coconut and simmer and turn off the heat. Let the mixture sit until it cools.

Strain the coconut from the syrup and store the syrup in a mason jar or airtight container. Use for your favorite paleo tropical co*cktails!

Keto Coconut Simple Syrup

This method uses erythritol to sweetened the simple syrup. If you’d like the syrup to thicken, you will need to add a thickener like xanthin gum. For this method you will simmer 1 cup of water with 1 cup of erythritol in a small saucepan. Add in the 1/2 cup of shredded coconut and simmer. Once the sugar dissolves, add in the xanthin gum and whisk vigorously. Once the xanthin gum is dissolved, remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool.

Strain the coconut from the syrup and store the syrup in a mason jar or airtight container. Use for your favorite keto hot or cold drinks.

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FAQ

How do you make a rich simple syrup with coconut?

Rich simple syrups are traditionally sweeter than simple syrup. To make rich simple syrup you will follow the recipe, but you will use two cups of sugar instead of one. Make sure to simmer the liquid long enough for all the sugar to dissolve.

Can you substitute white sugar with other natural sugars?

Yes! I’ve made simple syrup with coconut sugar, date sugar, and raw sugar and all tasted wonderful. Note that coconut sugar will make this simple syrup very dark in color.

Can I double this recipe?

Yes. Use two cups water to two cups sugar and one cup of shredded coconut. Then follow the instructions as written in the recipe card below.

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This easy coconut simple syrup is made with natural ingredients and pairs perfectly with coconut cream to make delicious tropical co*cktails or iced coffee! I used real shredded coconut to give this syrup a rich coconut flavor that tastes delicious in any beverage.

  • Author: Tiffany Marie
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 7 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup 1x
  • Category: Condiments
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar (or equal parts honey or erythritol)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • (optional) 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract
  • (optional) 1/8 teaspoon xanthin gum to thicken the keto version

Instructions

  1. Use a small-medium size sauce pan and bring the water to a boil over medium heat.
  2. Add in the sugar and shredded coconut and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. Remove the pan from the heat and let it cool completely.
  4. Once cooled, strain the coconut from the syrup and pour the coconut simple syrup into a jar or container.

Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to a month.

Variations:

Paleo: Follow the instructions as written, but substitute honey or maple syrup in place of the sugar.

Keto: Follow the instructions as written, but substitute erythritol in place of the sugar and add in 1/8 tsp of xanthin gum to the mixture after the sugar dissolves. Whisk in the xanthin gum and stir until it dissolves. Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool.

Nutrition Facts

  • Serving Size: 1 Tbsp
  • Calories: 48
  • Carbohydrates: 13g

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Tiffany is the founder of the wellness website Coconut Mama where she spent over a decade creating coconut-inspired recipes and tutorials. Tiffany lives in the Pacific Northwest with her family and works as a freelance writer, recipe creator, and photographer. She studies aromatherapy and herbalism and loves to cook plant-based meals. You can follow Tiffany on Instagram.

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FAQs

How to make simple syrup formula? ›

It's also one of the easiest ingredients to make yourself—if you can boil water, you can make simple syrup. At its most basic, simple syrup is a 1:1 ratio of granulated sugar dissolved in an equal volume of water.

What is coconut syrup made of? ›

Coconut syrup is a delicious natural sweetener, made from the nectar of coconut palm flowers. This nectar is found inside the blossoms of the coconut palm tree.

How long does coconut syrup last? ›

Product Storage: Refrigerate once opened. Store in refrigerator for up to two months. Unopened bottles can be stored without refrigeration for up to two years.

How much simple syrup do I substitute for sugar? ›

One teaspoon of granulated white sugar equals about 1.5 teaspoons of simple syrup. If your recipe calls for a teaspoon of simple syrup, you might want to drop in only about two-thirds of a teaspoon of the granulated variety. You can always add more sugar, but you can't take it back out.

Do you have to boil water for simple syrup? ›

Tips for Making Simple Syrup

To save time, heat the water first before adding the sugar. Don't bring the water to a boil. The water should be hot enough to dissolve the sugar completely, but you don't want to boil simple syrup for too long (or you'll end up with caramel).

Does coconut syrup spike blood sugar? ›

Like brown sugar and cane sugar, coconut sugar can help raise blood glucose levels and prevent conditions such as low blood sugar, or hypoglycemia.

Is coconut syrup better than sugar? ›

It's very similar to regular table sugar, although it is less processed and contains minor amounts of nutrients. If you're going to use coconut sugar, use it sparingly. Coconut sugar belongs in the same boat as most sugar alternatives. It's healthier than refined sugar but less healthy than consuming no sugar at all.

Is coconut nectar the same as coconut syrup? ›

However, coconut nectar is less processed. All that happens to the sap is boiling it down to a more viscous consistency. With coconut syrup, companies take coconut sugar and add water to it, turning it back into a syrupy consistency. So they are similar, but not the same.

Is coconut syrup good in coffee? ›

This tropical coconut syrup will add island flavor to all of your favorite coffee beverages. Make a batch and store it in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Can simple syrup go bad? ›

As with any other food item, if not stored properly, the simple syrup will spoil eventually due to bacteria growth or mold. However, if stored correctly in an airtight container in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight, your homemade or store-bought simple syrup should last for several months without any issues.

Which is better coconut sugar or date syrup? ›

Glycemic Index: Date Sugar vs. Coconut Sugar. For individuals concerned about blood sugar levels, date sugar may be a better option. Date sugar has a lower glycemic index compared to coconut sugar, meaning it causes a slower and more gradual rise in blood sugar levels.

What is the closest thing to simple syrup? ›

If you're looking for a simple syrup substitute, there are three favorites you probably have right in your home: honey, maple syrup and agave. For honey or agave, add warm water to them, to help turn the mix to syrup. You can also use a sweet, juicy fruit, like an orange.

What is healthier simple syrup or sugar? ›

In terms of health, they are both about the same. So, it depends on the purpose! Is simple syrup the same as sugar? Simple syrup, or “sugar syrup,” is a liquid form of sugar, mixing cane sugar with water.

Can I use triple sec instead of simple syrup? ›

No, triple sec is not the same as simple syrup. Triple sec is a type of clear, colorless liqueur made from orange peels and used to add a sweet and citrusy flavor to co*cktails. On the other hand, simple syrup is a basic co*cktail sweetener made by dissolving equal parts sugar and water.

How to make syrup formula? ›

It is prepared by dissolving 85 g of sucrose in enough purified water to make 100 mL of syrup. The resulting preparation generally requires no additional preservation if it is to be used soon; in the official syrup, preservatives are added if the sucrose concentration is less than 85% or syrup is to be stored.

Is simple syrup 2 to 1 or 1 to 1? ›

2:1 'rich' syrup versus 1:1 'simple' syrup

2:1 syrup is superior to 1:1 syrup as the use of 1:1 sugar syrup adds additional, perhaps unwanted, dilution to a drink compared to 2:1 syrup, typically around 5 to 8%, depending on the recipe. It's a small percentage but worth eliminating.

What are the steps to making syrup? ›

The five steps involved from start to finish are: (1) preparing for the season; (2) determining WHEN to tap; (3) identifying the trees to be tapped and tapping them, (4) collecting the sap and processing (boiling/evaporating) it; (5) filtering, grading and packing the syrup.

What is the chemical formula of sugar syrup? ›

Sucrose | C12H22O11 | CID 5988 - PubChem.

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