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Bea's Cocoa Syrup Recipe

Indulge in the rich, decadent flavor of homemade chocolate syrup! This Bea's Cocoa Syrup recipe is incredibly easy to make, significantly cheaper than store-bought versions, and endlessly customizable. Perfect for drizzling over ice cream, creating decadent chocolate milk (simply add 1-2 tablespoons to a glass of cold milk!), or as a base for your favorite chocolate recipes. Elevate your desserts and beverages with this versatile and delicious syrup. Experiment with different flavor extracts like mint, orange, or rum to create unique and exciting flavor profiles!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 71.2 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Bea's Cocoa Syrup

  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or other flavor extract)

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How to Make Bea's Cocoa Syrup

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, and 1 cup water until smooth.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent scorching. Boil for 3 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool slightly (about 5 minutes). Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or your favorite extract!).
  4. Pour the cooled syrup into an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

62g

Fat

0g

Carbs

5g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Preparation For Large Groups Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Desserts Easy Low Fat Dietary Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Healthy 2 Low In Something Number Of Servings