Making homemade chocolate syrup is so easy to do with just 5 ingredients and 5 minutes. It's a rich, decadent chocolate syrup that's even better than store-bought - made without corn syrup or dairy. Add it to homemade lattes, drizzle over ice cream, and so much more!
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.
¾ cup 100% unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup water
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!
1-2 teaspoons vanilla extract, ⅛-¼ teaspoon kosher salt
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
Yield: This recipe makes approximately 1 1/2 cups.
Salt: half the amount (or less) if using table salt.
Too runny? Be sure you simmered the syrup for at least 3 minutes; then chill completely in the fridge where it will thicken.