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    Homemade Chocolate Syrup

    February 15, 2020 | Updated September 22, 2020 by Ryan 1 Comment

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    With just six ingredients, you'd be surprised how easy this homemade chocolate syrup is to make, plus it tastes better than anything you can buy at the store.

    spoon dipped in homemade chocolate syrup

    Who doesn't love chocolate syrup? I mean you can make chocolate milk with it, put it over vanilla bean ice cream or just dip some fruit in it.

    The problem is, it isn't that healthy for you. Shocking I know. So I decided I wanted to make my own version that was easy to make, tastes great and is much better for you than what you see at the grocery store.

    Instead of using processed granulated sugar, this chocolate syrup uses maple syrup. The key is the cocoa butter which naturally sweetens it. Cocoa butter is known for helping your skin but actually is beneficial to eat as well.

    This healthy chocolate syrup is not too sweet, but rich in chocolate flavor. And it is better than the Hershey's syrup that is out there. So if you are looking to have a healthier alternative, try this easy chocolate syrup.

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    • Step-by-Step Instructions
    • What is Cocoa Butter?
    • Pro Tips/Recipe Notes
    • Ice Cream Recipes to Use Chocolate Syrup
    • Chocolate Syrup

    Recipe Ingredients

    • Water - helps thin out the chocolate syrup.
    • Cocoa powder - use natural cocoa powder to get the chocolate flavor.
    • Maple syrup - gives a natural sweetness. Can also use honey or sugar.
    • Cocoa butter - helps add some thickness and taste to the syrup.
    • Sea salt - enhances the flavor.
    • Vanilla extract - make your own homemade vanilla extract for added flavor.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    1. Heat water, cocoa powder, maple syrup, cocoa butter and salt in small saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to boil.
    2. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until thickened, whisking constantly.
    3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let the syrup come to room temperature and store in airtight container in the fridge.
    process shots of how to make chocolate syrup

    What is Cocoa Butter?

    Cocoa butter comes from the cocoa bean and is cold pressed to extract the oil. At room temperature it solidifies like coconut oil. But when it is applied to your skin, it melts like a lotion.

    It also melts in your mouth and is used to blend cocoa nibs, milks solids and sugar, which is what gives chocolate its texture it is known for. Cocoa butter is packed with essential fatty acids and antioxidants.

    You can find it in some grocery stores or on Amazon.

    Pro Tips/Recipe Notes

    • Use natural cocoa powder vs Dutch-processed cocoa powder as natural cocoa powder isn’t as intense of a flavor.
    • If you can't find cocoa butter or don't have it, just replace it with quality dark chocolate.
    • Homemade chocolate syrup will last for about two weeks if sealed properly in the fridge.
    chocolate syrup in glass jar on dish towel

    Ice Cream Recipes to Use Chocolate Syrup

    • Graham Cracker Ice Cream
    • Cookies 'n' Cream Ice Cream
    • S'mores Ice Cream
    • Cherry Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream
    • Salted Caramel Ice Cream

    If you’ve tried this homemade chocolate syrup or any other recipe on Chisel & Fork, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below! You can also follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube to see more tasty meals and anything else I'm up to.

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    5 from 2 votes

    Chocolate Syrup

    With just six ingredients, you'd be surprised how easy this chocolate syrup is to make, plus it tastes better than anything you can buy at the store.
    Prep Time3 mins
    Cook Time7 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Sauce
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 16
    Calories: 66kcal
    Author: Ryan Beck

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup water
    • ¾ cup cocoa powder
    • ½ cup maple syrup
    • ¼ cup minced cocoa butter
    • pinch of sea salt
    • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Instructions

    • Heat water, cocoa powder, maple syrup, cocoa butter and salt in small saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to boil.
    • Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until thickened, whisking constantly.
    • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let come to room temperature and store in airtight container in the fridge.

    Notes

    • Use natural cocoa powder vs Dutch-processed cocoa powder as natural cocoa powder isn’t as intense of a flavor.
    • If you can't find cocoa butter or don't have it, just replace it with quality dark chocolate.
    • Chocolate syrup will last for about two weeks if sealed properly in the fridge.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2tablespoon | Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 83mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g
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    1. Chris says

      February 22, 2020 at 8:41 pm

      5 stars
      Yum!

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