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Homemade Piloncillo Syrup

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.
Course Condiment
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 16 tablespoons
Calories 58kcal
Author Ana Frias

Ingredients

  • 1 8-ounce piloncillo cone
  • cup water
  • 1 small cinnamon stick Optional

Instructions

  • 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. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1Tablespoon | Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 293mg | Sugar: 15g