Piloncillo syrup is so delicious! By simmering piloncillo and water together, it makes a sweet syrup that's a flavor blend similar to maple and molasses.
In a heavy-bottomed small saucepan, over medium heat, add the piloncillo, water and cinnamon if using.
1 8-ounce piloncillo cone, ⅓ cup water, 1 small cinnamon stick
Stir constantly while breaking down the code with a wooden spoon or spatula.
Once the cone dissolves, turn down the heat and let the syrup simmer steadily until it becomes a slightly slightly thick syrup that drips off your spatula slowly. About two minutes.
Note: if you want to speed up the melting process, or only want to make half of a cone, microwave the cone for about 30 seconds to soften it up. This will make it easy to cut with a knife right where you want to.
Notes
It will last 3-4 weeks in an airtight container in refrigerator. When ready to use, heat it back up again in microwave for about 15 seconds at the time.