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Easy Homemade Chocolate Syrup Recipe (Better Than Store-Bought)

A spoonful of rich chocolate syrup being drizzled over scoops of vanilla ice cream in a white bowl.

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Make rich, smooth homemade chocolate syrup in under 10 minutes using simple pantry ingredients. This quick cocoa syrup is the best dessert topping for ice cream, milk, or coffee.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Combine the sugar, cocoa powder, and water in a small saucepan.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Whisk the mixture constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to simmer.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Do not let it boil rapidly.
  4. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Allow the syrup to cool completely. It will thicken as it cools.
  6. Pour the finished chocolate syrup into an airtight container for storage.

Notes

  • This recipe makes a versatile chocolate sauce perfect for chocolate milk or mochas.
  • For a thinner consistency, add a tablespoon of extra water while heating.
  • Store this pantry staple chocolate syrup in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

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