Homemade Chocolate Syrup- A Sweet and Simple Treat

Making your own chocolate syrup at home is not only easy and cost-effective, but it also allows you to control the ingredients and customize the flavor to your liking. This rich and creamy chocolate syrup is perfect for drizzling over ice cream, adding to milk for a decadent chocolate milk, or using in various dessert recipes.

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon corn syrup

Directions

1. In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
2. Once the mixture reaches a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, continuing to stir until sugar is completely dissolved.
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and corn syrup. Let cool before transferring to a sealed container or bottle.
4. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Shake well before using.

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