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Syrup

usgb/ˈsɪrəp/Volume
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A sweet liquid made by dissolving sugar in water, often used in cooking or baking.

She drizzled the pancakes with maple syrup.
Often appears as...
maple syrup
corn syrup
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Culinary UsesPlay
Syrup is frequently used in desserts and is key to many sweet dishes. SlideShe made a fruit salad and topped it with lemon syrup.
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Consistency VariationPlay
Syrup can range from thin to thick textures; specific recipes may require a certain consistency. SlideThe recipe called for a thick syrup to glaze the cake.
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Homemade PossibilityPlay
It's possible to make syrup at home by boiling water and sugar. SlideHe prepared homemade syrup for the chocolate brownies.