Ever wished you could whip up that Starbucks Sugar Cookie Syrup Recipe right at home? Well, you’re in for a treat because our DIY recipe is all about bringing the warm, sugary hug of holiday cookies to your coffee cup. It’s like sharing a secret with your favorite brew, and it’s as cozy as it gets.

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Sugar Cookie Syrup Recipe

Hey there, coffee-loving friend! If you’re anything like me, you eagerly await the arrival of Starbucks’ seasonal drinks, especially the ones that capture the cozy essence of the holidays.

If you love those cozy, vanilla-almond, buttery sugar cookie vibes in your coffee — but don’t want to buy a giant bottle of syrup — make it at home in 15 minutes.

This sugar cookie syrup recipe is sweet, warm, and has that little hint of almond that makes it taste like Christmas. Drizzle it in lattes, cold foam, hot chocolate, over pancakes, or honestly… straight in your mouth, I’m not judging.

If you love sugar cookies you may also want to try my Sugar Free Sugar Cookies or my Sugar Cookie Baked Oats.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS STARBUCKS SUGAR COOKIE SYRUP RECIPE

Tastes just like the Starbucks one — seriously.
Way cheaper: you’ll get 6–8 drinks out of one batch.
Takes no time: about 10–15 minutes start to finish.
Make it once, use it all week in coffees, lattes, and cold brew.

SIMPLE INGREDIENTS YOU NEED FOR THE HOMEMADE SUGAR COOKIE SYRUP

You will need the following ingredients listed below to make this delicious starbucks sugar cookie syrup (the exact measurements, nutrition information and full recipe are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post):

Granulated white sugar – can use monk fruit sweetener for less grams of sugar and lower calories.
Brown sugar
Filtered water
Pure vanilla extract
Almond Extract
Butter extract – provides a sweet buttery taste

INGREDIENTS YOU WILL NEED FOR THE HOMEMADE VERSION OF THE SUGAR COOKIE LATTE RECIPE

To make the Starbucks copycat drink you will need the following ingredients:

Steamed milk of choice – oat milk, soy milk, coconut milk, regular milk or plant-based milk of choice
Shots of espresso – I prefer blonde espresso but can also use hot coffee
Sugar cookie syrup – can find a store bought one or make your own easy homemade syrups
Whipped cream (optional)
Festive sprinkles – can use green sprinkles, red sprinkles, or holiday sprinkles of choice

HOW TO MAKE

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, granulated sugar and brown sugar. Place it over medium heat and stir until the sugar completely dissolves. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat and allow to simmer for 10 minutes until it thickens. Remove from heat and add the pure vanilla extract, butter extract, and almond extract. Stir well to incorporate these delightful flavors into your syrup.
Let your homemade Sugar Cookie Syrup cool to room temperature. Once it’s cooled, transfer it to a glass jar or airtight container for storage.
Now that your Sugar Cookie Syrup is ready, it’s time to enjoy the Starbucks magic in the comfort of your own home. Brew a fresh cup of your favorite coffee, espresso, or even a latte, and drizzle in this delectable syrup. Top it with whipped cream and a sprinkle of sugar for the full Starbucks experience.

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Homemade Starbucks Sugar Cookie Syrup Recipe

Ever wished you could whip up that Starbucks Sugar Cookie Syrup Recipe right at home? Well, you're in for a treat because our DIY recipe is all about bringing the warm, sugary hug of holiday cookies to your coffee cup. It's like sharing a secret with your favorite brew, and it's as cozy as it gets.

Prep Time1

Cook Time10

Total Time11

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 102kcal

Author: Bailey Campbell

Ingredients

1 cup filtered water
¾ cup white sugar
¼ cup brown sugar packed
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp butter extract
¼ tsp almond extract

Instructions

In a saucepan, combine the water, granulated sugar and brown sugar. Place it over medium-high heat and stir until the sugar completely dissolves. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat and allow to simmer for 10 minutes, until it thickens. Remove from heat and add the pure vanilla extract, butter extract, and almond extract. Stir well to incorporate these delightful flavors into your syrup.
Let your homemade Sugar Cookie Syrup cool to room temperature. Once it's cooled, transfer it to a glass jar or airtight container for storage.

Nutrition

The nutrition information provided is calculated based on industry-standard software and should be used as a general guide only. The information may vary depending on ingredient substitutions, cooking techniques, and individual serving sizes. It is the responsibility of the reader to ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of the nutritional information provided. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalized medical or nutritional advice.

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STORAGE

Store your sugar cookie syrup in a sealed glass jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Give it a little shake before using — totally normal if some sugar settles.

FAQS

CAN I MAKE THIS RECIPE WITHOUT ALMOND EXTRACT?

Absolutely, you can make the syrup without these ingredients if you prefer or have allergies. The vanilla extract alone will still give it a delicious flavor.

CAN I USE THIS SYRUP IN DIFFERENT DRINKS?

The syrup can be used in a variety of beverages, from coffee and hot lattes to hot cocoa and cocktails/mocktails. Experiment and get creative!

CAN I USE THIS SYRUP AS A DESSERT TOPPING?

Yes, you can drizzle it over desserts like ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or even use it in baking to add a sweet flavor.

CAN I MAKE A BIG BATCH OF THIS TO GIFT FOR THE HOLIDAYS?

Absolutely, you can double or triple the simple syrup recipe to create a larger batch that’s perfect for gifting to friends and family during the holiday season.

CAN I USE THIS IN ICED COFFEE FOR AN ICED SUGAR COOKIE LATTE?

Yes, you can use the syrup in cold drinks as well. Just be sure to let it cool completely before adding it to your cold brew or iced coffee.

CAN I REDUCE THE CALORIES IN THIS SEASONAL DRINK?

Yes, of course! The traditional Starbucks sugar cookie latte uses oat milk.

For a lower calorie version swap for almond milk to make a sugar cookie almondmilk latte or a iced sugar cookie almond milk latte.

CAN I ADD COLD FOAM ON TOP?

Yes, I actually have a Starbucks Sweet Cream Cold Foam Recipe here if you wish to add that to the top of your festive drinks!

Other Starbucks Copycat Recipes You May Want To Try!

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