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Lemon Syrup Recipe

This lemon syrup recipe is naturally flavored with fresh lemon juice and lemon zest. It’s the perfect syrup recipe for pancakes, waffles, Fresh toast, or ice cream.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 86kcal
Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

  • In a blender, add the water, lemon juice, lemon zest, egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch. Blend together until well combined.
  • Add the lemon mixture to a medium saucepan and heat over medium-low while whisking constantly until the lemon mixture starts to bubble and simmer. Keep whisking for about 1 minute, or until the mixture coats the back of a wooden spoon, then remove from heat.
  • Serve over waffles, pancakes, French toast, or ice cream. Enjoy!

Notes

Storing Instructions: store in an a jar or another airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 2 months. To thaw, transfer to the fridge overnight.

Nutrition

Calories: 86kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 29mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 63IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.2mg