This delicious Cinnamon Brown Sugar Syrup is an easy way to upgrade your morning coffee or tea! It's so simple to make, and once you taste this yummy sweetener, you won't be able to start the day without it!

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Ginnie's Take
I look forward to drinking an iced coffee every morning, whether it's hot or cold out. Usually, I make mine with milk and a little sugar, but every once in a while I like to add flavored coffee syrup. While shopping recently, I spotted a bottle of Torani syrup made with brown sugar and cinnamon. It sounded so delicious that I recreated it as soon as I got home, and it turned out so well. This is my version of that scrumptious Cinnamon Brown Sugar Syrup, and I can't wait for you to try this amazing recipe!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Wonderful Flavor - The taste of this homemade syrup is so amazing ... rich, warmly spiced, fragrant, and perfectly sweet. It tastes just like Starbucks Cinnamon Dolce Syrup!
- Easy to Make - This DIY sugar syrup is super simple and quick to make, and you only need three simple ingredients to prepare it.
- Versatile - Use it to make hot or iced coffee drinks, tea, and so much more.
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Ingredients
This recipe is a simple twist on my homemade simple syrup recipe, and it uses simple ingredients you can find at any store! Here's what you'll need:
- Sugar - Brown sugar gives this recipe a rich, caramel-like flavor you'll love. Feel free to use light or brown sugar, although dark will give the syrup a richer taste.
- Cinnamon - Ground cinnamon is the star ingredient! It adds so much flavor and a warm fragrance to the simple syrup. Cinnamon sticks will also work.
- Water - The only other ingredient you'll need is water. So simple, right?
This homemade simple syrup is naturally vegetarian, vegan, dairy free, and gluten free ... which means that ALL of your family and friends can enjoy it!
How to Make Cinnamon Brown Sugar Coffee Syrup
This flavored simple syrup is so easy to make! You'll find a detailed recipe card below, but here's an overview of the steps:
- Whisk ingredients together. Start by whisking together the brown sugar, ground cinnamon (or cinnamon sticks), and water over medium heat.
- Cook until sugar is dissolved. Continue stirring the mixture until it's hot and the sugar is completely dissolved. There's no need to boil the syrup.
And that's all there is to it! Your Brown Sugar Cinnamon Syrup is ready to enjoy! You are going to love the amazing taste, and the fact that you know exactly what's in it (no additives).
How to Use
This homemade Cinnamon Dolce Syrup is perfect for flavoring to all your coffee and tea drinks! I'm sharing two easy recipes below (a latte and iced coffee), but here are some other easy ideas:
- Mix into hot coffee before serving.
- Use it to make this delicious Shaken Espresso!
- Stir the syrup into Homemade Iced Coffee or this quick Instant Iced Coffee
- Swirl the sweetener into this delicious Irish Iced Coffee!
- Mix it into hot tea, then add frothed milk to make a tea latte.
How to Make a Latte with the Syrup
- Start by making a cup of strong coffee (or use espresso). I used my Ninja Coffee Maker on the Specialty Brew Setting.
- Stir a tablespoon or two of the flavored syrup into the coffee.
- Microwave ½ cups milk until hot, about 1 minute, then use a milk frother to froth it. Tip: If you don't have frother, heat the milk in a jar with a lid (like a mason jar). Once it's heated, secure the lid and shake until foamy.
- Pour the frothed milk into the coffee and sprinkle with cinnamon.
How to Make an Iced Coffee with the Syrup
- Brew about 1 ½ cups of coffee, then chill.
- Once chilled, transfer the coffee to a tall glass, then add milk and a tablespoon or two of coffee syrup to taste.
- Mix well, then fill glass with ice. Enjoy!
Printable Labels
Want to give this Cinnamon and Brown Sugar Coffee Syrup as a gift? You'll need a decorative bottle, the free printable gift tag, and some string. Click here to download the printable label or anywhere on the image below:
Transfer the coffee syrup to a bottle. I used an empty vinegar bottle, but if you don't have a spare bottle, these glass bottles from Amazon would work perfectly. Print out the label on card stock. Cut out the label and punch a hole in the top using a hole punch. Attach it to the bottle with bakers twine.
Related Recipes
Looking for more simple syrup ideas? Then you'll love these easy recipes, too:
- This Basic Simple Syrup is perfect for sweetening cocktails, coffee, and so much more. Plus, it's totally customizable!
- For a richer twist on the classic recipe, try this delish Brown Sugar Simple Syrup.
- This flavorful Rhubarb Syrup is the perfect spring treat!
Cinnamon Brown Sugar Coffee Syrup
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar, lightly packed
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine brown sugar, water, and cinnamon in a small pot over medium high heat.
- Whisk ingredients together, then cook until sugar is dissolved, stirring constantly. If the mixture starts to boil, turn down the heat.
- Remove from heat and let cool, then transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- To serve, stir a tablespoon or two into your coffee. Enjoy!
Notes
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Thanks for sharing! Does it keep long?
You're welcome, Vanessa! I would recommend using it within a couple weeks, just make sure to refrigerate it. You can always cut the recipe in half if you don't think you'll use it that quickly.
This looks so good! What a great gift to make for friends or to enjoy yourself!
Thanks, Suzanne! It definitely makes a great gift 🙂
I cut the recipe in half and it was the perfect amount for those small syrup containers from target. Will definitely be a new go-to!!!! 🙂
So glad you're enjoying the recipe, Kacie! Thanks for sharing the tip about the containers 🙂
I love Starbucks apple cider in the fall. Add this to hot cider and it’s identical! Just put a little whipped cream and Carmel drizzle and you’d never know the difference!
That sounds amazing, Janice! Thanks for sharing the tip 🙂
Hello! Do you use light or dark brown sugar?
Hi, Natalie! Either will work, although dark brown sugar will give it a deeper taste.
This look is amazing and it taste good. Thank you for sharing it to us.
You're welcome! So glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
How long will this last on the shelf?
Hi, Rhea! I would keep it refrigerated, and it should be okay for a couple weeks.
How many calories are in it?
Hi, Elaraya! I'm not sure, but most sugar syrups have about 40-50 calories per tablespoon. It's probably about the same.
This looks amazing!!! So it needs to be refrigerated? What about shelf life?
Thanks, Cathy! It may be okay unrefrigerated since it's basically sugar water, but I like to refrigerate it to be on the safe side. It should last a couple weeks.
Hello! I want to make this as part of a gift basket for a holiday gift exchange, but I am worried about refrigeration. Will it be okay at room temp for the evening?
Hi, Morgan! What a great gift idea. It should be totally fine at room temp for the evening (sugar is a preservative).
I had to let you know that I made this, Ginnie! It is delicious! I added it to a hot latte, and can't wait to try it tomorrow in an iced latte. Thanks for the recipe!
I'm so glad you liked it, Amy! It's nice to have a little morning treat, isn't it? 🙂
My mouth is watering! This beverage looks so good.