Instant Chocolate Syrup Recipe

+ In a heavy saucepan, combine cocoa, cinnamon and water; stir or whisk until there are no dry lumps of cocoa.

Stir and cook over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil.

Reduce heat; boil gently, stirring often, for 5 minuutes or until mixture is thick and smooth.

Cool slightly.

Stir in vanilla and sweetener.

Pour into a container or jar with lid.

Cover and store in refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Makes 1 cup syrup.