Moisten Flavor the Cake with This Simple Syrup

Elevate your homemade cakes to bakery-level perfection with this versatile Simple Syrup recipe, designed to infuse your baked creations with moisture and customizable flavor. With just two basic ingredients—granulated sugar and water—this quick-to-make syrup takes only 10 minutes from start to finish. Add a personal touch with optional flavorings like vanilla extract, almond extract, or zesty lemon, making it the perfect complement to any cake style, from classic vanilla to rich chocolate. Whether you're assembling layered cakes or reviving slightly dry sponges, this simple syrup ensures every bite is irresistibly soft and flavorful. Plus, it stores beautifully in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, ready for your next dessert masterpiece. Keywords: simple syrup for cakes, moist cake recipe, flavor-infused cake syrup.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir gently until the sugar dissolves completely. This should take about 3-5 minutes; avoid boiling the mixture.

Step 3

Once the sugar is fully dissolved, remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 4

If you'd like to add flavor, stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract, or 1 teaspoon of lemon zest. You can also mix and match these flavorings to suit your cake’s flavor profile.

Step 5

Let the syrup cool to room temperature before using.

Step 6

Using a pastry brush or a small spoon, apply the simple syrup to the surface of your cooled cake layers. Be sure to spread it evenly for maximum moisture and flavor.

Step 7

Store any leftover simple syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(448.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	780.6

Total Fat 0.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 201.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g	0%
Total Sugars 200.9g
Protein 0.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 18.7mg	0%
Iron 0.0mg	0%
Potassium 10.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.2%

Protein: 0.0%

Carbs: 99.7%