Hershey Syrup Dupe

This easy Hershey’s Syrup dupe is a delicious and cleaner alternative to the store-bought version. You can make it with just a few simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry. This homemade chocolate syrup is perfect for topping pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or anything else that calls for a rich and chocolaty drizzle. It’s also a great way to avoid artificial flavors and preservatives often found in commercial syrups. This copycat recipe is quick and easy to make, and you can customize it to your liking by adjusting the sweetness or adding a pinch of salt for a more sophisticated flavor

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Hershey Syrup Dupe

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Course: Breakfast, Drinks, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup Granulated sugar  (can use cane or turbinado)
• 1 cup Coconut sugar (can use brown sugar here too for nut allergies, just decrease to 3/4 cup)
• 1 cup Dutch processed cocoa powder
• 1/4 tsp Pink himalayan salt
• 1 cup Water
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract (vanilla bean paste works well too)

Instructions

• In a saucepan, add 1 cup Granulated sugar, 1 cup Coconut sugar, 1 cup Dutch processed cocoa powder, 1/4 tsp Pink himalayan salt, and 1 cup Water. Whisk, then put over medium heat.
• Stir every few minutes until mixture comes to a boil.
• Then, stir constantly for about 3-5 minutes until mixture starts to thicken just a bit.
• Remove from heat, add in 1 tsp Vanilla extract, and whisk. Allow to cool for 5 minutes.
• Transfer to a jar or other airtight container. Store in fridge for up to 2 weeks.
• Enjoy 2-3 tbsp in milk for chocolate milk or drizzle over your favorite dessert/ice cream.