Description
Simple Homemade Chocolate Syrup is a rich and smooth syrup made with basic pantry ingredients. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, stirring into milk, or using as a dessert topping, this syrup comes together in minutes and offers a better taste than store-bought options.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt until evenly combined.
- Add water: Gradually whisk in the water to the dry mixture, stirring continuously until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
- Heat the mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly to prevent burning or sticking.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat and let the syrup simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, continuing to stir occasionally, until it slightly thickens.
- Add vanilla: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly to infuse the syrup with flavor.
- Cool the syrup: Allow the syrup to cool completely; it will thicken further as it cools to the perfect consistency.
- Store: Transfer the cooled syrup to a jar or bottle and refrigerate for storage.
Notes
- The syrup thickens as it cools, so avoid overcooking to prevent it from becoming too thick.
- For a richer syrup, substitute 1/4 cup of the water with milk or cream.
- Store the syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator where it will keep well for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Condiment / Dessert Topping
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
