Homemade Chocolate Syrup

Homemade Chocolate Syrup

Mmmmmm….over ice cream, drizzled on pancakes or waffles, mixed in milk for a special treat…who can resist chocolate syrup?

Of course, when you read the list of ingredients, it’s much easier to say “NO”. But why say no to chocolate? Make your own chocolate syrup to pour! It’s simple, easy, and only requires five ingredients! This homemade chocolate syrup will rivals the commercial brands in taste and texture as well. It’ll take less time to make it at home than it will to go to the store, buying it, and going back home. Really.

Homemade Chocolate Syrup

• 2 cups sugar
• 1 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup cold water
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 1/2 tsp. salt

Start by mixing up the sugar and cocoa powder, to remove any lumps.

Add the cold water and stir. Heat over medium high heat and boil until thick, stirring constantly to avoid boil-overs. Remove from heat and stir in salt and vanilla. When cool, store in covered container. I use approximately 1 Tablespoon for an 8 ounce glass of milk, or 2 teaspoons added to coffee for a “coffee mocha” treat.

Have you made your own chocolate syrup? What do you use it on the most? Be sure to pin this for later.

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