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    Homemade Chocolate Syrup

    Homemade Staples Dairy-Free Recipes Desserts Gluten Free Kid Friendly February 5, 2023 | By Kristen Chidsey | 7 Comments | *This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

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    With only 5 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep, you can have a delicious, smooth, chocolate syrup

    With just 5 simple ingredients, you can quickly make delicious, smooth, homemade chocolate syrup, minus the high fructose corn syrup and preservatives!

    Replace the famous brown bottle of Hershey's chocolate syrup with this homemade version and use it to top ice cream, yogurt, or fruit, or to make your own homemade chocolate milk.

    Jar of homemade chocolate syrup next to vanilla ice cream sundae.


    I have been making homemade chocolate syrup for decades now, replacing the famous brown bottle of my childhood.

    Just like my recipes for Homemade Reese's Cups and Homemade Brownies, this recipe for Chocolate Syrup is made with simple ingredients and leaves the fillers, preservatives, and high fructose corn syrup on the shelves.

    It also happens to be allergy-friendly, easy to make and will cost you much less than a bottle of Hershey's chocolate syrup. How is that for winning?

    Ingredients Needed

    Homemade chocolate syrup is made with just 5 ingredients. And chances are you have these ingredients on hand at all times.

    Ingredients for chocolate syrup labeled on counter.
    • Sugar--Granulated sugar is best.
    • Cocoa Powder--Be sure to use unsweetened cocoa powder.
    • Water--(not pictured) I use water over milk to keep this syrup not only allergy-friendly, but so it will last longer in the refrigerator as well.
    • Vanilla Extract--Be sure to use pure, not imitation, vanilla extract.

    How to Make Chocolate Syrup

    • In a small saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, and salt until no lumps remain.
    Cocoa Powder mixed with sugar in saucepan.
    • Whisk in the water until well combined.
    Saucepan with chocolate syrup and whisk.
    • Bring mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, whisking constantly.
    • Turn heat to medium-low and simmer for 1 minute, until mixture thickens slightly. The syrup will continue to thicken as it cools.
    • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.
    Saucepan with Chocolate Syrup.

    Storage

    Once the chocolate syrup has been cooled to room temperature, transfer the prepared syrup into an airtight glass jar or container. You can store homemade chocolate syrup in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

    How to Use Homemade Syrup

    This recipe is for Copycat Hershey's Syrup, not hot fudge, which is much thicker. Yet it is still delicious served over ice cream and is fabulous when used to make chocolate milk.

    • Drizzle the chocolate syrup over homemade ice cream or swirl in no-churn ice cream.
    • Prepare Homemade Chocolate Milk by adding anywhere from 1 teaspoon up to 1 tablespoon of chocolate syrup into milk or non-dairy milk and whisking well.
    • Drizzle over instant pot oatmeal for a sweet treat at breakfast.
    • Top bananas or strawberries with chocolate syrup and sprinkle with nuts for a quick way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
    • Instead of maple syrup, use chocolate syrup to top whole wheat pancakes or whole wheat waffles.
    • Use it to make Peanut Butter Mocha.
    • Add it to plain yogurt for a sweet treat.
    Jar of homemade chocolate syrup next to vanilla ice cream sundae.

    Recipe Modifications

    • Sugar-Free Chocolate Syrup: You can opt to use a 1:1 sugar replacement, like Truvia Swerve, but keep in mind there may be an aftertaste when using one of these products.
    • Level of Sweetness: You can adjust the amount of sugar in this recipe by increasing by up to ¼ cup or decreasing it by ¼ cup based on your preferences.

    If you tried this homemade chocolate syrup, I would love for you to leave a comment and review below.

    Jar of homemade chocolate syrup next to vanilla ice cream sundae.

    Homemade Chocolate Syrup

    It is so incredibly easy to make homemade chocolate syrup! With only 5 ingredients and 5 minutes of work, you can have a delicious chocolaty syrup--minus the high fructose corn syrup and preservatives!
    5 from 8 votes
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    Course: Condiment, Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 1 minute minute
    Cook Time: 4 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 16
    Calories: 43kcal
    Author: Kristen Chidsey

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup water
    • ¾ cup sugar
    • ½ cup cocoa powder
    • dash of salt
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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    Instructions

    • In a small saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, and salt until no lumps remain.
    • Whisk in the water until well combined.
    • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, whisking constantly.
    • Turn heat to medium-low and simmer, whisking constantly, for 1 minute, or until the mixture thickens slightly. The syrup will continue to thicken as it cools.
    • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
    • Allow the chocolate syrup to cool slightly and then transfer it to a glass jar. Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

    Notes

    • Homemade chocolate syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for 2 weeks. 
    • You can adjust the sugar up or down by ¼ cup based on your preference for sweetness. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 43kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 41mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Hi, I am Kristen, creator of A Mind "Full" Mom. I believe that making a wholesome family meal does not need to be hard or expensive! I love nothing more than to share with you delicious solutions for your hungry family.

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    1. Ashley

      March 09, 2021 at 11:27 am

      5 stars
      This was so easy to make and delicious. We used it for some ice cream sundaes!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        March 09, 2021 at 1:50 pm

        That is my favorite way to use it as well Ashley!

        Reply
    2. Sandi

      March 09, 2021 at 11:21 am

      5 stars
      This is my new go-to for ice cream. It was so good!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        March 09, 2021 at 1:50 pm

        So happy to hear you enjoyed!

        Reply
    3. Claudia Lamascolo

      March 15, 2020 at 6:32 am

      5 stars
      This was a huge hit with the grand kids in their milk they loved it no more buying it in the store what an economical find thanks!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        March 15, 2020 at 8:04 am

        I am so glad your grandkids enjoyed.

        Reply
    4. Lisalia

      March 14, 2020 at 9:02 pm

      5 stars
      So so yummy. While I'm in social isolation here at home with my kids... you'd better believe we will have more of this! So easy to put together with ingredients I already have on hand. Thanks for shelf-stable ingredient recipes.

      Reply

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