Salted Brown Butter Maple Syrup
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- 2Cook the butter, swirling occasionally, until it foams, smells nutty, and turns a deep golden brown.
- 3Immediately stir in the maple syrup.
- 4Add the salt and whisk until smooth.
- 5Simmer the mixture together to allow flavors to meld, then remove from heat.
- 6Stir in the vanilla if using.
- 7Pour into a jar and let cool slightly to thicken.
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp flaky salt
- vanilla (optional)
Equipment
small saucepanwhiskjar
Tips
- The syrup thickens as it sits.
- Add 1–2 tablespoons to hot coffee, lattes, or cold brew.
- Can also be used on fresh warm popcorn.
