Description
This homemade chocolate syrup recipe creates a rich, smooth, and deeply flavored syrup perfect for drizzling over ice cream, blending into milk, or enhancing desserts. Made with simple pantry staples and an optional hint of coffee for extra depth, this syrup is easy to prepare on the stovetop in about 25 minutes.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Syrup Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup water
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp instant coffee (optional, for depth of flavor)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, salt, and water. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are fully combined and the mixture is smooth.
- Cook the Syrup: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly to prevent the syrup from burning or sticking to the pan.
- Simmer to Thicken: Once the mixture begins to simmer, reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes. This allows the syrup to thicken slightly and develop its rich texture.
- Add Vanilla and Coffee: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and the instant coffee, if using, to enhance and deepen the chocolate flavor.
- Cool and Store: Let the syrup cool completely in the saucepan before transferring it to a clean jar or bottle for storage.
- Refrigerate: Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks, ensuring it stays fresh and ready for use.
- Serve: Use the syrup to drizzle over ice cream, mix into milk for chocolate milk, or incorporate into your favorite desserts. Enjoy the rich chocolate flavor and smooth texture!
Notes
- The optional instant coffee enhances the chocolate flavor without adding a strong coffee taste.
- Make sure to stir constantly during cooking to prevent burning and clumping of cocoa powder.
- The syrup thickens further as it cools; if too thick, thin with a little warm water before serving.
- Store syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness for up to three weeks.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer, more intense chocolate flavor.
