I don’t know about you, but we go through a LOT of chocolate syrup in this house, and my whole family loves my homemade chocolate syrup! Mainly we use it in milk shakes, which seem to be a nightly ritual at our house…except for the hubster, who prefers his ice cream in a bowl with syrup on top. Tonight my husband made a grocery store run to pick up some essentials — silicone caulk, ice cream, diet coke, and a BIG ole bottle of chocolate syrup! I mean we’re talking GIANT!
I was so mad at myself, because we had used up the homemade chocolate syrup I made last week and so in desperation we were forced to buy some for this evening’s milkshake making session. Of course we didn’t need to buy a 50 gallon drum full! (Ok, I exaggerate. A little.) Ah well — with the way we go through chocolate syrup in this house, even this bottle won’t last for long. And when it’s gone I will be sure to have more of the homemade stuff on hand! I think I’ll need to make a quadruple batch next time. :-)
Homemade Chocolate Syrup
at GloriousTreats.blogspot.com
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (I used Ghirardelli)
- 1 cup water
- dash of salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
In a small saucepan, add sugar, cocoa, and salt. Whisk together gently. Add water. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and cook 1 minute. Remove from heat and add vanilla. Cool. Store in the refrigerator.
For chocolate milk, add 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup to 8 oz. of milk. Heat for hot chocolate.
For milk shakes, combine 1 cup cold milk, 1/4 cup chocolate syrup and 2 cups (1 pint) of vanilla ice cream to a blender. Blend.
This syrup would also make a delicious dessert garnish or ice cream topping.
Recipe source- Better Homes and Gardens New Cookbook, 1968.
And….as a special BONUS….I found this recipe for Super Special Chocolate Milk today and I HAD to share it! It takes “chocolate milk” to a whole new level! :-)
Super Special Chocolate Milk
- A hand full of ice
- 1 cup whole milk
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 TBSP. vanilla extract
- ¼ to 1/3 cup chocolate syrup
Put everything into a drink shaker and shake vigorously for 30 seconds. Pour into a fancy glass and enjoy!
This would be a fun “fancy” drink for the kidlets to enjoy. :-)
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I know I should “do the math” here to show the $AVING$ from making your own homemade chocolate syrup, but to be quite honest, my brain battery is running a little low right now. If any of you mathematician types out there want to have a go at it, please feel free! :-)
Right now it’s time for me to go “plug in” to some shut eye.
What’s your favorite way to enjoy chocolate syrup?
I made this immediately I came across it via Pinterest last night. It’s fantastic and we will never have to buy a separate chocolate flavouring for milkshakes and a syrup for our ice cream. Can’t wait to get some almonds to try out the milk.
Thanks heaps!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.How long is this good for in the fridge? I love all your posts and can’t wait to try this one.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Mine has been in my fridge for a month, it’s still good.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Mmm, chocolate…! :):P
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Erin….the recipe filled a 16 ounce mason jar just about perfectly.
I think you are safe to store this in the fridge for at least a couple of weeks. Mine has never lasted longer than that. :-)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.How much does one recipe make (i.e. cups or ounces)? Just wondering what kind of mason jar to grab when I make this!!! :-D
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I've been saving the flavored creamer bottles for various usage… perfect for this syrup… can't wait to try it… yum!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.For those wondering how long it will last in the fridge…mine has never lasted longer than a couple of weeks…but it was fine. :-)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I found this on pinterest and am so excited to give it a try. My kids love chocolate syrup but I find the hershey's not so great. I am going to try. Just love your blog.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Can't wait to try this. My Mom used to make chocolate syrup, and my son swears Hershey just isn't as good!! I found your blog thru Pinterest, and I have enjoyed it so much! I'm making my own laundry detergent, Shout sub, and household cleaning supplies from your blog. Please… Keep up the great work!!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I've made it with Splenda and it works great!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Saw this recipe on pinterest and just had to make it! So yummy!! Thanks for the great recipe!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I've made this with the unsweetened cocoa and don't care for it. I must try it with the Ghirardelli chocolate.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I just made this for the kids and they LOVE it!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I save the leftover coffee from each morning to make iced coffee another day. I always use the sugar free vanilla creamer, but lately, I have been adding lite chocolate syrup for an "iced mocha" flavor. Wish you had posted this before I had bought the chocolate syrup!! Oh well, at least now I will have a squirt bottle to recycle and use when I make my homemade version. :) Thanks!!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Do you think Splenda could work in this?
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I know this is late, but I replaced a 1/3 of the sugar with Stevia and it seemed to work just fine and my kids LOVED the taste.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I've done this recipe before and DELICIOUS… just like the stuff in those Hersey cans they used to sell but better because its homemade and a fraction of the cost! Awesome reminder its been a while. Thanks!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Love the chocolate syrup recipe. Do you know of an easy carmel recipe. I am kinda a duh when it comes to cooking. :)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.this is one of her recipes for the Carmel i found on her blog.. Hope its what your looking for.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Buttermilk Caramel Syrup
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3/4 c. buttermilk
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 stick real butter
2 Tbsp. corn syrup
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla
Combine buttermilk, sugar, butter, corn syrup, and baking soda in a LARGE pot. Like one you’d make soup in. Yes, you’ll have way more pot than ingredients (and I’m not referring to the green leafy stuff), but this will boil all over your newly-cleaned stove if you put it in a smaller saucepan.
You may never read this but I found the easiest recipe ever for caramel. And its super yummy. 1 can coconut milk 3\4 c brown sugar simmer over low heat until thickened. Let cool and store. In fridge.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.A yummy easy Carmel recipe is buy a can of sweetened condensed milk and put it in a pan where your water will remain over the top and boil the water for 3 to 4 hours making sure the water level stays above the can top and when its done let the can cool and open when cooled. Instant Carmel. Very yummy Carmel at that
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I can't wait to try this! I hate buying the bottle with all the fake stuff in it. Such a simple recipe with REAL ingredients!! :)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.yeah, im agree with u…. just need a simple thing that we can do…
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Thank you! We use chocolate syrup almost every day too. Will be making this soon!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.And the other store bought kind is made with high fructose syrup which has mercury in it! ;-(
Thanks for a healthier option! Love your blog!
Denice
Please log in or create a free account to comment.I'm telling you Jill, you are one awesome lady and blogger. I wish I could hug you! You should run for President…I am sure you could solve all of our counties problems and balance the budget!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Anony…I think the consistency is pretty much identical to the bottled stuff…especially after it has cooled. I forgot to mention I keep mine in the refrigerator. :-)
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Great idea — to fill the store bottle with homemade! …or a pretty mason jar!! Hmm, I may just have to make that today! Thanks ladies!
Please log in or create a free account to comment.Great recipe! You could save the giant bottle and use it for your quadruple batch. No spoon required. I have a bottle that is almost empty, I think I will fill it with this yummy looking recipe.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.THANKS
Thank you for this delicious looking recipe. I'm anxious to try it. I make a cake that calls for a can of Hershey's syrup in the batter. Is your recipe about the same consistency so that I could substitute it?
Thank you for all your recipes and tips. I love your blogs.
Please log in or create a free account to comment.June
Can you share your choc cake recipie? A whole can of choc sauce sounds like it would be MY kind of cake!
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