Golden syrup
Homemade golden syrup made from light sugar, raw sugar, water and fresh lemon. This glossy amber syrup is ideal for baking, drizzling over pancakes or sweetening desserts. The Thermomix TM7 controls the heat precisely, caramelising the sugars to golden perfection without burning, while stirring automatically for a consistent result every time.
About this recipe
Golden syrup Thermomix TM7 is the perfect recipe for anyone who loves baking with a rich, amber sweetness made entirely from scratch. With just light sugar, raw sugar, water and a squeeze of fresh lemon, your all-in-one kitchen machine transforms simple pantry staples into a glossy, golden syrup with a deep caramel flavour. Making golden syrup recipes at home usually requires constant watching on the hob, because sugar burns in seconds, but the TM7's controlled caramelising function handles the heat for you. The result is a silky syrup, perfect for drizzling over porridge, sweetening cakes, flapjacks and steamed puddings, or stirring into a dessert sauce. Whether you prepare it for a weekend brunch or to stock your baking cupboard, this homemade version tastes fresher and more aromatic than anything from a shop, and it keeps beautifully in a sterilised jar.
Preparation tips
- Use a sterilised glass jar and pour the golden syrup in while it is still warm, as the runny consistency makes filling easier and the jar seals properly as it cools.
- Add the lemon juice only once the sugars have fully dissolved; the acidity helps prevent crystallisation and keeps your syrup beautifully clear and glossy for weeks.
- Store the syrup in a cool, dark cupboard and it will keep for months; if it thickens over time, simply warm the jar briefly in a bowl of hot water before use.
Recipe variations
- For a deeper, more treacle-like version, replace part of the light sugar with extra raw sugar; this gives a darker amber colour and a richer caramel flavour, lovely over porridge or in gingerbread.
- For a festive citrus variation, add a thin strip of lemon zest or a small piece of fresh ginger while the syrup cooks, then remove before bottling for a subtly perfumed syrup, delicious in hot drinks and over pancakes.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Precise weighing - The Thermomix weighs the light sugar and raw sugar directly in the bowl for exact golden syrup proportions. [Weighing]. [Precision Control]
- Controlled caramelising - The TM7 heats the sugars with controlled heat, achieving deep golden colour without any burning. [Heating]. [Precision Control]
- Automatic stirring - The Thermomix mixes the lemon juice and water continuously, preventing sugar crystals from forming. [Mixing]. [Hands-Free]
- Gentle grating - The TM7 grates the lemon zest finely in seconds when you want a citrus-perfumed variation. [Grating]. [Multi-Function]
- Rapid cooling - The Thermomix cools the finished syrup quickly, giving a glossy, pourable texture before bottling. [Cooling]. [Multi-Function]
Ingredients
- light brown sugar
- cold water
- boiling water
- raw sugar
- lemon