How to Make Date Syrup, A Great Vegan Honey

How to make Date Syrup, or vegan honey. This dark syrup is a treat and a great replacement for maple syrup and honey. It's very easy to make and can also substitute sugar in cookies.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Dates
• water
• alcohol free extract if desired

1. Place your dates in a pan and add water until the dates are covered. It's best to use a narrow pan for a thicker syrup. Try to use the softest dates you can get your hands on. It will break down a lot easier.

2. Once the water boils, let it boil for 5 minutes then put it on a the lowest heat, and simmer for 30-60 minutes depending on if your dates are very soft and fresh or a bit harder.

3. Let the mixture cool. Once cooled add the mixture to a blender and add any alcahol-free extracts you wish to add, you can also add a little cinnamon. Blend until the mixture is very smooth. If there are tiny pieces left, pass the mixture through a sift. Enjoy your date honey!

Tips & Warnings

• Don't add the mixture while it is hot to the blender, let it cool completely first.