Premium Chocolate Syrup

by Atucún Culinary TeamCulinary Team

Transform our premium cacao into a rich, velvety syrup perfect for desserts, coffee, or ice cream.

10
Prep (min)
15
Cook (min)
8
Servings
Easy
Difficulty

Ingredients

1/2 cupAtucún Cacao Nibs
1 cupGranulated sugar
1 cupFiltered water
1 tspVanilla extract
PinchSea salt

Instructions

  1. 1Combine cacao nibs and water in a saucepan
  2. 2Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes
  3. 3Strain through fine mesh sieve, pressing solids to extract maximum liquid
  4. 4Return liquid to pan and add sugar
  5. 5Simmer until sugar completely dissolves and mixture thickens (5-8 minutes)
  6. 6Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt
  7. 7Cool completely before transferring to airtight container

Pro Tips

  • Store refrigerated for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container
  • If syrup thickens too much when cold, gently reheat or thin with a little water
  • Double the batch for holiday gifting or entertaining