Homemade Chocolate Liqueur
A delicious alternative to buying a bottle of chocolate liqueur, this easy-to-make recipe uses cocoa powder, vodka, and vanilla to achieve a delicious result
Yield: 1 pint
Equipment
- 1 glass bottle or jar
Materials
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup vodka or grain alcohol
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Combine the cocoa powder and sugar in a medium saucepan
- Gradually whisk in water over medium heat and continue whisking until everything is well-combined and smooth
- Bring the cocoa mixture to a gentle simmer, whisking constantly
- Simmer for approximately 5 minutes and then remove from heat
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature
- After the syrup is cooled down, add the vodka and stir well
- Add the vanilla and salt, and stir again so everything is incorporated and smooth
- If any undissolved cocoa remains, strain the liquid through a cheesecloth or fine sieve
- Transfer the chocolate liqueur to a bottle or jar with a tight lid
- You can use the liqueur right away, but it's better to let it age for about a week