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Homemade Chocolate Sprinkles

Learn how to make your own delicious chocolate sprinkles at home! This recipe uses simple ingredients and techniques to create perfect sprinkles for decorating cakes, cookies, and ice cream.

Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes (drying time)
Servings
Approximately 1 cup of sprinkles
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Powdered Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Water
  • 1/2 teaspoon Corn Syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Mixing the Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar until well combined. This ensures the cocoa powder is evenly distributed and prevents clumping.

Creating the Paste

Add the water, corn syrup, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until a thick, smooth paste forms. The consistency should be similar to that of thick frosting. Add a tiny bit more water if needed, one drop at a time.

Piping the Sprinkles

Transfer the chocolate paste to a piping bag fitted with a very small round tip (a size 1 or 2). If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a plastic bag with a small corner snipped off.

Drying the Sprinkles

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Pipe thin, straight lines of chocolate paste onto the prepared baking sheet. Aim for lines that are close together but not touching. Let the piped lines dry at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, or until they are firm to the touch. The drying time may vary depending on the humidity in your kitchen. To speed up the process, you can dry them in a dehydrator at low temperature.

Breaking into Sprinkles

Once the lines are dry, gently break them into small sprinkles using your fingers or a knife. The size of the sprinkles is up to you! If some sprinkles are still slightly soft, let them dry for a bit longer.

Storage

Store the homemade chocolate sprinkles in an airtight container at room temperature. They will last for several weeks.

Nutrition Facts Estimated per 100g of product

Approximately 400 calories, 10g fat, 80g carbohydrates, 5g protein. Note: these are estimates and will vary depending on the exact measurements of ingredients used.

Other Important Considerations for Nutrition

These sprinkles are primarily sugar. Use in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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FAQ

  • Can I use different types of chocolate?

    Yes, you can experiment with different types of cocoa powder or add melted chocolate to the paste for a richer flavor. Keep in mind that this can change the consistency and drying time.
  • How do I make colored sprinkles?

    You can add gel food coloring to the chocolate paste before piping. Start with a small amount and add more until you reach the desired color.
  • My sprinkles are too sticky. What can I do?

    This likely means they weren't dry enough. Let them dry for a longer period of time, or consider using a dehydrator. You can also try dusting them with a small amount of powdered sugar.