5-Minute Homemade Chocolate Syrup
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5-Minute Homemade Chocolate Syrup
Description
"Get the Recipe 5-Minute Homemade Chocolate Syrup" is a straightforward blend of cocoa powder, sugar, and water gently simmered for about three minutes to achieve a syrup that is neither too thick nor too thin. The addition of vanilla extract and kosher salt after simmering deepens the flavor complexity while the chilling process in the refrigerator allows the syrup to thicken further and the flavors to meld together.
This syrup can be used in a variety of applications such as making chocolate milk, hot cocoa, mochas, or as a topping over ice cream, offering versatility in the kitchen. Its preparation requires careful simmering without boiling to avoid breaking the texture, and the kosher salt adds a subtle balance to the sweetness.
Storing the syrup in an airtight container in the fridge keeps it fresh for up to a month. The recipe also allows for freezing in small portions, with easy thawing instructions to maintain smoothness before use.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup cocoa powder + 2 TBSP for a richer syrup; sifted, 100% unsweetened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1-2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ⅛-¼ teaspoon kosher salt *not table salt
Instructions
- In a small or medium saucepan, whisk together sifted cocoa powder, sugar, and water over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then lower the heat. Stir frequently as it simmers for about 3 minutes; it shouldn't come to a rolling boil. The syrup will bubble and expand, becoming slightly thicker.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt. Allow to cool, and transfer to a glass jar or bottle. Chill in the fridge before using for optimal flavor and texture - it thickens up quite a bit in the fridge and the flavor really comes together!
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month. Use it to make chocolate milk, hot cocoa, mochas, drizzle on desserts, ice cream, and more!
Notes
- This recipe yields about 1½ cups of chocolate syrup.
- Use kosher salt rather than table salt for best flavor balance, reducing quantity if necessary.
- Simmer the syrup gently for at least 3 minutes without boiling to ensure proper thickening before chilling.
- Chilling in the refrigerator solidifies the syrup’s texture and enhances the combined flavors.
- The syrup can be frozen in small portions and thawed gently in the refrigerator or microwave prior to use.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings (2 TBSP)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 155 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2TBSP | |
| Calories | 155kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.05g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Sodium | 53mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 165mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 34g | 68% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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