This homemade cinnamon roll coffee syrup is the perfect way to spice up your coffee at home. There is honestly no need to ever get a coffee from a coffee shop again when you have this syrup in your refrigerator because you can make an insane cinnamon roll latte right at home. This syrup is made with 5 simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. It's refined sugar-free and made with better-for-you ingredients. It has much less sugar than the syrups you'll find at Starbucks or another coffee shop.
If you love making homemade coffee syrups, you'll also love my banana bread syrup, apple syrup and pumpkin spice syrup!
Why You'll Love This Homemade Cinnamon Syrup
This cinnamon roll syrup is one of my favorite coffee syrups I've ever made! It literally tastes like a cinnamon roll in a mug. It works well in hot and iced coffee and also matcha or tea. It has the most delicious flavor and it comes together with only a few ingredients, takes ten minutes and you just need one pot.
It has been years since I have gone to Starbucks. I like to make my coffee at home because it is more cost-effective and I can make it with better-for-you ingredients. It's also naturally gluten-free and dairy-free. This syrup is perfect to prep and keep in your fridge for the week. Homemade syrups also make amazing gifts for the holidays!
Ingredients You'll Need
- Cinnamon sticks: Adds a delicious flavor to this syrup.
- Coconut sugar: I like to use coconut or date sugar to keep it refined sugar-free.
- Water: Dissolves the sugar and helps create the syrup's base.
- Sea salt: Balances the flavor.
- Vanilla extract: Adds flavor and warmth to this syrup.
Recipe Variations
- Sweetener: I used coconut sugar, but you can also use date sugar, maple syrup, honey or regular sugar!
- Flavor: Add nutmeg and cardamom for some more flavor!
How To Make Cinnamon Roll Coffee Syrup
Step 1: Combine cinnamon sticks, water, sugar and salt in a pot and cook on low-medium, stirring frequently for about 10 minutes.
Step 2: Remove from heat and add vanilla extract.
Recipe Tips
- Simmer low and slow to avoid burning the syrup.
- Taste as you go and adjust the flavor to your preference. You can add more cinnamon or sugar if you prefer a sweeter syrup.
- Cool completely before storing.
- Shake before using.
Storage and Make Ahead Tips
Store this cinnamon roll syrup in an airtight container for 5 days in the refrigerator. Be sure to let it cool before storing. I love using these cute syrup dispensers!
This syrup is great for prepping for the week ahead. Add it to your coffee or matcha in the morning to brighten up your day. You can also freeze it into cubes if you prefer.
How To Serve
I love using this cinnamon syrup to make a cinnamon roll latte. It's delicious both hot or iced! Add 1 to 2 tbsp of cinnamon syrup to a shot of espresso or coffee and top with milk!
Start with 1 tbsp per drink and add more to taste. For a bakery-style drink, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Homemade syrup also makes a great gift! Put it in a bottle, tie on a ribbon and add a tag. It makes a great fall or holiday gift for coffee lovers!
Recipe FAQs
It likely needs more simmering!
It was probably simmered too long. Stir in a splash of water to thin it out.
No, there is no straining required!
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Homemade Cinnamon Roll Coffee Syrup
Equipment
- 1 pot
- 1 spoon
Ingredients
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 3/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup coconut sugar
- dash sea salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine cinnamon sticks, water, sugar and water in a pot.
- Bring to a simmer and cook on low-medium for 10 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract.
- Let cool and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Simmer low and slow to avoid burning the syrup.
- Taste as you go and adjust the flavor to your preference. You can add more cinnamon or sugar if you prefer a sweeter syrup.
- Cool completely before storing.
- Shake before using.
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