Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Syrup Recipe

The ultimate Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Syrup is rich, creamy and decadent! Crafted with a 3 ingredient chocolate syrup!

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Total Time 45

Servings serves

Calories 541kcal

Combine Liquids: In a medium-sized saucepan, pour in the water and maple syrup. Place over high heat.
Bring to Boil: Whisk continuously and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce Heat and Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and maintain a gentle simmer.
Add Cocoa Powder: Vigorously whisk in the cocoa powder until fully integrated.
Monitor and Stir: Allow the mixture to reach a rapid simmer over medium heat. Cook for 8-10 minutes, whisking every 30 seconds to prevent burning.
Check Consistency: To test, coat the back of a spatula with the syrup and draw a line with your finger. If the line holds, the syrup is ready.
Cool: Remove from the heat and allow the syrup to cool in the pot for about 5-10 minutes, then pour into a heat-proof glass jar and seal.

Prepare the Mugs: Add 1 tablespoon of chocolate syrup directly into each serving mug. You can reduce or increase the the amount of syrup.
Heat and Froth Milk: Warm the milk on the stovetop in a saucepan over medium heat, whisking continuously until foamy. Alternatively, use a milk frother that also heats the milk for convenience.
Combine and Mix: Pour the frothed milk over the chocolate syrup in the mugs, stirring continuously to blend well.
Add Finishing Touches: Dust with cocoa powder and grate dark chocolate over the top of each for a decadent finish. Enjoy!

Immediately Enjoy: Hot chocolate is best enjoyed immediately after preparation to experience its full flavor and warmth.

Store the chocolate syrup in an airtight glass jar in the refrigerator, where it will thicken and stay fresh for up to two weeks.

Refrigerate Leftovers: If you have leftover hot chocolate, store it in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring well to ensure even heating.