Maple Syrup Substitute
A quick, homemade breakfast syrup can be created from pantry staples to serve as a delicious maple alternative.
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Instructions
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Start boiling water for the brown sugar mixture.
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Caramelize white sugar in a heavy skillet over medium heat, swirling until it turns into an amber liquid, then set it aside.
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In a heavy saucepan, add brown sugar and pour boiling water over it to dissolve without stirring.
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Combine the reserved caramelized sugar with the dissolved brown sugar mixture in the saucepan and simmer, stirring frequently, until the syrup thickens.
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Remove from heat and whisk in butter and the desired extract.
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Use immediately or cool completely before storing in an airtight container.