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Easy Homemade Chocolate Syrup (Better than Hershey’s!)

Easy Homemade Chocolate Syrup (Better than Hershey’s!)

Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 5 minutesTotal Time: 10 minutesYield: Approx. 1.5 cups
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 24

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup 76g 100% unsweetened cocoa powder (Sifted)
  • 1 cup 210g granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 –2 teaspoons vanilla extract Add more for deeper flavor
  • ⅛ –¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sifted cocoa powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
  • Add Water: Gradually whisk in the water until the mixture is smooth.
  • Simmer: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, whisking constantly to prevent the cocoa from burning on the bottom.
  • Thicken: Once it reaches a boil, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 3 minutes. The syrup will look thin but will thicken significantly as it cools.
  • Flavor: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Cool & Store: Let the syrup cool to room temperature before transferring it to a glass jar or squeeze bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Notes

or a Richer Syrup: Add an additional 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the dry mix for a darker, more intense chocolate flavor.
Pro Tip: If you notice any lumps after mixing the water, pass the finished syrup through a fine-mesh strainer before bottling for a perfectly glossy finish.
Sifting is Key: Don't skip sifting the cocoa powder! Cocoa is notoriously lumpy, and sifting ensures your syrup is smooth without over-whisking.