Sugar Syrup
Sugar syrup is a simple base of granulated sugar and water, gently heated in the Thermomix TM7 into a clear, glossy liquid. Ideal for cocktails, lemonades, desserts and preserving fruit, it delivers a silky consistency without sugar crystals, thanks to precise temperature control and hands-free stirring.
About this recipe
Sugar syrup with the Thermomix TM7 is the ultimate basic recipe every kitchen should have on hand, and searching for a quick sugar syrup recipe ends here. This all-in-one kitchen machine turns just two pantry staples, granulated sugar and water, into a crystal-clear, pourable sweetener with a silky-smooth consistency. Unlike traditional stovetop methods where sugar catches on the bottom of the pan, the TM7 heats the water with precise, controlled temperature while stirring continuously, so every sugar crystal dissolves completely. The result is a glossy syrup that mixes instantly into iced tea, cocktails, homemade lemonade and iced coffee without leaving a gritty layer at the bottom. It is also the perfect preserving liquid for fruit, the base for sorbets and cakes, and a smart staple for meal prep, since a batch keeps for weeks in a sterilised bottle. Whether you are a home bartender, an avid baker or simply want a quick sweetener for weekend drinks, this Thermomix TM7 sugar syrup delivers consistent results every single time.
Preparation tips
- Use finely granulated sugar rather than coarse crystals, as it dissolves faster and more evenly in the water, giving you a perfectly clear syrup without any undissolved grains at the bottom of the mixing bowl.
- Pour the cooled syrup into a sterilised glass bottle and store it in the fridge; a clean batch of sugar syrup keeps for several weeks, ready for lemonades, cocktails or dessert glazes whenever needed.
- For cocktails and iced drinks, use equal parts sugar and water for a classic rich syrup; for a lighter version to sweeten tea or coffee, reduce the sugar slightly and dissolve it in the same way.
Recipe variations
- Vanilla sugar syrup: add a split vanilla pod to the sugar and water before heating, and let it infuse while the syrup cools for a fragrant sweetener perfect for coffee, pancakes and desserts.
- Festive spiced version: add a cinnamon stick, a few cloves and a strip of orange zest to the sugar and water, creating a warm aromatic syrup ideal for winter cocktails, glühwein-style drinks and Christmas baking.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- The built-in scale weighs the granulated sugar directly into the bowl, so the ratio to water is exact every time. [Precision Control]
- Heating the water and sugar at a controlled temperature dissolves every crystal into a crystal-clear syrup without scorching. [Precision Control]
- The Thermomix stirs the syrup hands-free while it heats, giving an even consistency without you standing at the hob. [Hands-Free]
- Mixing the finished sugar and water blend ensures a uniform, glossy syrup ready for bottles, cocktails and lemonades in minutes. [Time Savings]
- Thanks to automatic programmes, the TM7 takes the guesswork out of this simple sugar syrup so even beginners succeed first time. [Hands-Free]
Ingredients
- granulated sugar
- water