Homemade Chocolate Syrup
Homemade Chocolate Syrup
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 pinch salt
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
In a small ceramic saucepan or a heat-proof bowl, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt. Whisk or stir well to ensure all dry ingredients are thoroughly mixed and there are no clumps.
⏱️ 1 min
- 2
Gradually add the water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing continuously after each addition. Continue to stir until the mixture forms a wet, dusty paste-like consistency.
⏱️ 1 min
- 3
Stir in the vanilla extract. While the original recipe suggests a drop, 1/4 teaspoon provides a good balance of flavor.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
Place the saucepan over low to medium heat on the stovetop. Continuously whisk or stir the mixture for approximately 5 minutes. The syrup will gradually thicken as it heats.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Once the syrup has reached your desired consistency (it will thicken slightly more as it cools), remove it from the heat. Allow it to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.
⏱️ 1 min
- 6
Store the homemade chocolate syrup in the refrigerator. It can be used for up to one month. If a thinner consistency is desired for beverages, gently reheat a portion before use.
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Homemade Chocolate Syrup
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 pinch salt
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
In a small ceramic saucepan or a heat-proof bowl, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and salt. Whisk or stir well to ensure all dry ingredients are thoroughly mixed and there are no clumps.
⏱️ 1 min - 2
Gradually add the water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing continuously after each addition. Continue to stir until the mixture forms a wet, dusty paste-like consistency.
⏱️ 1 min - 3
Stir in the vanilla extract. While the original recipe suggests a drop, 1/4 teaspoon provides a good balance of flavor.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Place the saucepan over low to medium heat on the stovetop. Continuously whisk or stir the mixture for approximately 5 minutes. The syrup will gradually thicken as it heats.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Once the syrup has reached your desired consistency (it will thicken slightly more as it cools), remove it from the heat. Allow it to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
Store the homemade chocolate syrup in the refrigerator. It can be used for up to one month. If a thinner consistency is desired for beverages, gently reheat a portion before use.