Syrups · Mafia Matcha
All the cosy flavour of a fresh cinnamon bun, in a bottle 🤎 This homemade cinnamon bun syrup is rich, warming and lightly caramelised, made with brown sugar, whole cinnamon sticks and a touch of vanilla. Just a spoonful turns your everyday matcha into a café-style treat, and it only takes a few simple ingredients to make.
Cinnamon Bun Syrup
Makes about 20 Servings.
Ingredients
- 250g brown sugar (light or dark)
- 300ml water
- 5 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
How to
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Dissolve the sugar
Add the brown sugar, water and cinnamon sticks to a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring often, until the sugar has fully dissolved. -
Steep
Turn off the heat, cover the pan and let the syrup steep for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for a deeper cinnamon flavour. -
Strain and store
Remove the cinnamon sticks, stir in the vanilla and pour into a sealed glass bottle or jar. Keep in the fridge for up to a few weeks.
How to use it
Add around 20ml syrup to your matcha latte, hot or iced, for an instant cinnamon bun twist. For a hot latte, stir the syrup into your matcha shot, then pour over the steamed milk. Remember, for hot matcha it's always matcha first, then milk.
Tips for the perfect Cinnamon Bun Syrup
- Choose dark brown sugar for a richer, more caramel-like syrup, or light brown sugar for a softer sweetness.
- The longer it steeps, the stronger the cinnamon. Taste it after an hour and leave it longer if you'd like more spice.
- Store it in a clean glass bottle or jar for the freshest flavour.
FAQs
What does cinnamon bun syrup taste like?
It's sweet, warm and gently spiced, with caramel notes from the brown sugar and a soft vanilla finish, just like the gooey centre of a cinnamon roll.
How long does cinnamon bun syrup last?
Stored in a glass bottle or jar in the fridge, it will keep fresh for upto 10 days.
How much syrup should I add to a matcha latte?
Start with 1 tbsp (around 20 ml) and add more to taste. Most people enjoy 1–2 tbsp per drink.
Is this syrup vegan?
Yes. It's made with just brown sugar, water, cinnamon and vanilla, so it's naturally vegan and dairy free.