Thyme Simple Syrup

With just three ingredients, you have a versatile syrup that can be used in tons of different recipes to add a subtle flavor of thyme.

Course ingredient

Cuisine Ingredient

Keyword homemade simple syrup, how to make simple syrup, thyme infused simple syrup

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 27

Servings cup

Calories 789kcal

In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to boil and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
1 cup sugar, 1 cup water
Once sugar is dissolved, remove from heat and add thyme. Let cool completely. Remove thyme and transfer to airtight container. Store in refrigerator up to 2 weeks.
4-6 stems of fresh thyme

You can replace the thyme with any other fresh herb (basil, rosemary, etc.), vanilla beans, citrus rind or even whole spices.
If you want unflavored simple syrup, follow the above recipe but leave out the thyme. Unflavored simple syrup will keep for 3-4 weeks in the refrigerator.