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Homemade Chocolate Syrup

Make your own chocolate syrup with this quick, simple recipe that tastes better than store-bought. Use it for chocolate milk or your favorite dessert.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1½ cups water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Combine the sugar and cocoa powder in a medium saucepan, whisking together to remove any lumps.
  2. Add the water and whisk until well combined.
  3. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it comes to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat to low and continue to simmer for 3-5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
  6. Allow the syrup to cool completely before transferring to a glass jar or bottle.
  7. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.