Description
This keto-friendly maple syrup is a delicious alternative for those following a low-carb diet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups water (divided)
- 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
- 2/3 cup keto brown sugar (* See notes)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon maple extract
- 1 teaspoon butter extract (optional)
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of the water along with the xanthan gum. Let it sit for several minutes, for it to thicken.
- In a small saucepan, add the rest of the water, salt, and granulated sweetener. On low heat, bring it to a simmer. Once simmering, remove from the heat.
- Add the xanthan gum mixed water and whisk into the warm liquid. Add the flavor extracts until combined. Let the syrup cool completely, and it will continue to thicken.
Notes
- For keto brown sugar, you can use a sugar substitute designed for baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg