Description
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavor of this homemade chocolate syrup. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, stirring into milk, or adding to coffee drinks, this versatile syrup is a must-have for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, salt, and water until smooth.
- Bring to Boil: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring until slightly thickened.
- Add Vanilla: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Cool and Store: Let the syrup cool completely before transferring to a glass jar or bottle. Refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- This syrup is perfect for various uses like drizzling over desserts or adding to beverages.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
