Sweet Repurpose: Transforming Leftover Candy Canes into a Delicious Simple Syrup

Give Your Holiday Treats a Refreshing Twist

Don’t let leftover candy canes go to waste! With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a mint-flavored simple syrup that’s perfect for elevating your favorite desserts and drinks.

The Magic Ingredients

• 8 candy canes
• 1 cup water
• 2 cups granulated sugar

In just under 5 minutes, you can whip up this easy syrup. Follow these steps:

1. Break the candy canes into small pieces in a plastic bag.
2. Add the broken candy canes to a saucepan with the water and sugar.
3. Stir the mixture over medium heat, simmering for a few minutes until the sugar dissolves.
4. Remove from heat, let cool, and strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any remaining candy pieces.

Endless Possibilities

This versatile syrup can be used in a variety of ways:

• As a topping for ice cream or frozen yogurt
• As a mixer for refreshing cocktails
• To add a hint of mint to hot chocolate or coffee
• As a flavorful addition to sparkling water or soda

Store and Enjoy

Transfer the syrup to an airtight jar and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Get creative and experiment with different recipes and flavor combinations!