Simple Syrup

Name: Simple Syrup
Yield: makes enough for one tiered wedding cake (about 4 cups)
Ingredients: 3 cups sugar; 3 cups water

January 24, 2012

Photo by Chelsea Kyle

Syrup can be made up to one week in advance; refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to use.

Recipe information

3 cups sugar

3 cups water

Prepare an ice bath; set aside. Combine sugar and water in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar has completely dissolved. Transfer to a medium bowl, and set in the ice bath; let stand until chilled, stirring occasionally, before using or storing.

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